Guest Speaker: Custom Mobility

Question 1

what does CRT stand for?

Answer 1

complex rehab technology

Question 2

what factors should be considered when designing a wheelchair?

Answer 2

• user needs/ wants
• user lifestyle
• funding - 3D printing is cheaper
• comfort - soft padding to relieve pressure

Question 3

What are the 4 types of wheelchairs?

Answer 3

1. stroller
2. manual
   -dependent, propeller
3. power assist
4. power
   -wheel configurations, controls

Question 4

what does recline mean?

Answer 4

the back angle changes while the seat stays in place

Question 5

what does tilt mean?

Answer 5

the hip angle is constant while the eat tilts back

Question 6

why are wheels forward better than wheels rearward?

Answer 6

wheels forward is more functionally sound because the user’s center of gravity is closer to the center of the wheels

Question 7

what is a wheel camber?

Answer 7

the wheels of the wheelchair are slanted to allow for better turning

Question 8

what is another name for the seat of the wheel chair?

Answer 8

the frame bucket/squeeze

Question 9

pros and cons of front wheel drive

Answer 9

(+) more maneuverable than rear wheel drive
(-) drives backwards (learning curve)

Question 10

pros and cons of mid wheel drive

Answer 10

(+) good traction
(+) tight turning radius
(-) can rock back and forth

Question 11

pros and cons of rear wheel drive

Answer 11

• holds straight line better than front/mid wheel drive