Scorebuilders Q&A

Episode 75 – Wheelchair Modifications

Scorebuilders

A patient status post right transfemoral amputation is prescribed a standard wheelchair with recommendation for posterior rear wheel axle placement. What is the result of this positioning? 

1. Decreased wheelchair rear stability
2. Decreased wheelchair rolling resistance
3. Decreased turning radius
4. Decreased ease of performing wheelies

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