Download or read book Choosing a Wheelchair System written by Seldon P. Todd, Jr. and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1993 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Details the prescription considerations for individuals with physical disabilities. Compares conventional and lightweight wheelchairs, and factors in functional assessment. Examines the technical aspects of seat cushion selection, factors that affect the ergonometrics of wheelchair operation, and the influence of powered mobility. Also covers wheelchair standards and current directions in wheelchair research. Appendix covers "Types of Wheelchairs". Over 100 photos, charts and drawings. Index.