This study explored the reasons underlying acquisition of a second wheelchair and the
differences in impact experienced by users of one wheelchair compared to users of two …

Purpose. To document perceived impacts in users' daily activities and social roles (social
participation) following the acquisition of a first manual or powered wheelchair. Methods. A …

Wheelchairs are an assistive technology that play an essential role in providing people
living with disabilities the opportunity to be productive members of their society. In low …

We systematically examined the standard of care for wheelchair provision, factors
associated with wheelchair choice, disparities in access to wheelchair technology, and the …

Wheelchairs are the primary means of mobility for most of the older adults living in
residential care. Despite their intuitive benefits, little research has explored the outcomes of …

The trend of increasing consumer needs, demands for wheelchair seating and mobility
services, technological improvements, and lack of sufficient funding and policies for many …

This study investigated the relationship between quality—adjustability, thus capacity to
customize—manual and power wheelchairs and health-related Quality of Life, as measured …

The purpose of the present research study was to examine the effects of wheeled mobility
devices on self-reported measures of community participation, quality of life and self …

Purpose. Provision of a wheelchair has immediate intuitive benefits; however, it can be
difficult to evaluate which wheelchair and seating components best meet an individual's …

Background: Lack of access to mobility for people with disabilities, particularly in less
resourced settings, continues to be widespread. Despite challenges to wheelchair delivery …