Thank you for getting in touch! That would certainly present different challenges, my advice would be to look at the seating setup to see if there's anything you can do to improve your balance and stabilise your pelvis/spine. It'll make a huge difference to how you control the chair. Hope that helps!
My wife has Parkinson's, and when I ordered her power chair it was asked if she were right or left handed (she is right-handed). The chair arrived with the joystick connection on the right side. What I discovered is that she seems to have more control over her left hand, so I'm planning on moving the joystick over to the other side, a relatively simple procedure for this chair. This might be a consideration when choosing a chair. There is definitely some finesse required to smoothly make inputs to the joystick, and the lower you can position your hand the less tendency to over-control there is. Don't know if she'll ever be able to negotiate tight quarters, but we'll see.
Hello, thank you so much for getting in touch. You're absolutely right, it's surprising what you discover as your experience grows. Fortunately, most chairs have the ability to switch the side of the controller, the only thing some individuals will need to consider is the bracketry in place as that maybe be specific to one side. Narrow doors and hallways are always a little challenging but I'm sure your wife will get there eventually.
1) choose the best chair for the user and the environment. Front, mid & treat wheels drive are suited for different users and conditions. 2) each choice of hardware is the best compromise for three user and the usage. Outdoors or indoors only? Long continuous usage? Moving in and out of vehicles? Passenger or other driven? 3) Compact, medium sized or no barriers to size and weight? Versatile in height of seat and angles of the seated position?
Got my first power chair yesterday. And I'm not good at video games so I was like a drunk uncle driving drunk. Paused this video after the very first tip to say thank you. Tip one solved a lot of problems ❤
As an aspiring ATP and clinical mobility proprietor, if you haven't already made a video about this topic, would you mind making a video regarding the process by which you proceeded to create "CMS?" Thank you for this excellent content!
Thank you so much for getting in touch, means a lot. No, we are yet to do a video on how and why CMS was created but it is certainly on the to do list! Thank you again
Hi I've just got a power chair Quickie Q300 M Mini where will I find the tilt mechanism for go down a bus this will be my mode of transport I'm a little nervous doing the sharp turns and get on and off the ramp safely especially reclining safely
Hello Deborah, thank you so much for getting in touch! Do you know if you have a powered seat tilt? if you do, you'll find it by selecting the mode button and the cycling through each function via left and right inputs on your joystick. Once you find tilt, operate it by pushing forwards or backwards depending on your preference. To clarify, tilt is different to backrest recline, so make sure you're using the right one! let us know if you need any further information
I like using the top of the joystick when carrying say a glass of water in that hand. I can hold the glass with the thumb and 3 fingers and control the chair with my pinkie finger. So i can carry a plate in the left hand and my drink in the right hand. My chair, the nipple always comes off of the joystick if i control it at the base of the joystick. That's a flaw with the Jazzy chairs. I like the thrill of going down a steep hill forward. And I'm somewhat ambulatory so i don't use a seat belt. But I've never fallen out on a hill. I tore my house up learning to use my chair, drywall, door frames, took 3 doors completely off. They were the cheap, thin doors on the bedrooms. One bump and they fall apart, so i just took them down and i use curtains for the bedroom doorways. Well, really just the one bedroom i sleep in. I left the other 2 bedrooms open. Just finally fixed and repainted my hallway which was the space with the most damage from learning to use the chair. I did all the work myself in my chair, which was a challenge to say the least. Thanks
Thank you so much for getting in touch Wendy! It very much depends on the chair, but a lot of the drive characteristics are due to the programming of the chair. Do you have a technician that could adjust the parameters for you?
Do you have any tips and trick for the NaviONE power assist wheels? Before you say go to your dealer...Yamaha...the are in the states...I am in a differrent place.
Thank you for getting in touch, all the chairs shown are prescriptive therefore don't have a set cost. We can assess you for any of them if you're based in the UK. If not, you'll need to contact your local provider. I hope that helps
Every time my helpers move my chair, they are top heavy. It's so annoying, I've literally seen some of them whip my chair around a full 180 when all they had to do was back it up a few feet to make room for the shower chair. and that's at the lowest possible speed settings.
Thank you for you comment Jason. This sadly is not an isolated incident, the only thing I could possibly recommend is getting the chair setup so that there is a specific profile the carers use which operates all speeds including turn acceleration at a snails pace. This along with product awareness training are your best chances of consistency, hope this helps. Depending on your location this could be something we could assist with if need be
I’ve been a powerchair user for almost 20 years. I don’t agree with the suggestion of holding the base of the joystick. This will give you less control. These parts must be used in accordance to the manufacturers instructions. If you want more control of the powerchair then turn the speed down. The speed of your chair can be adjusted to suit you and can be limited if necessary by a technician using the correct dealers program from a laptop. Safe driving everyone.
Hello, thank you for getting in touch. The tips are purely suggestions therefore there's no right or wrong. Some people will find these affective and others will not. Powerchairs can be programmed in many ways which we do if and when needed. Thank you again for your comment
It also depends on the shape of the "stick," whether it's the dimpled style of the Quantum sticks or custom-ordered ball-end style of joysticks. Speed and programming are definitely key!
I just saw the video and also thought it was a strange tip. There was several strange tips and some good as it will always be. I don’t know the guy but I’m pretty sure he isn’t a daily wheelchair user. I think it’s bad that companies hires so called experts that has a theoretical approach to using a wheelchair. Instead of a real user. For holding the joystick my best tip is to find something that suits you but if possible try to find so many different ways as possible. It can be a nice trick to be able to hold a plate with your hand while driving. Or drive the chair with the underside of your arm if your hands are dirty and you need to wash them. Using the tilt function is always smart. I always like to have seat adjustments on dedicated buttons and don’t use the menu you can’t use the menu while driving.
I am desperate to see a video of parking a powerchair inside different buses. I ride a Quickie 300 mini chair. My local bus only has entry at the front by the driver's end door. A tight squeeze passageway to park behind the stairs of the double decker. There is a vertical pole next to the tiny bay so you cannot reverse like a car. you have to pass it and then reverse into the space avoding riding over the seated passenger's toes. They usually won't move their feet even when I ask nicely. The single decker buses are the same. It is a nightmare. I would esp like to see a video showing someone parking inside a London bus that uses the middle exit door when they board as I am planning a trip to London UK and petrified of using the transport. I would also like to see a powerchair boarding a London black taxi too if possible .... and especially getting out of the taxi. 4 Apr 24.
Thank you for getting touch. Accessing public transport is always a challenge and something that definitely needs further thought. I'd be keen to put together a video but i would most likely do it with one of my clients as they would naturally have more experience than i do. Not sure when this will happen but i'll definitely add it to the list!
Thank you so much for sharing the above. I have a Motorized wheelchair. Unfortunately I am short, hip muscles weakness , balance issues as well
Awaiting reply thank you
Thank you for getting in touch! That would certainly present different challenges, my advice would be to look at the seating setup to see if there's anything you can do to improve your balance and stabilise your pelvis/spine. It'll make a huge difference to how you control the chair. Hope that helps!
As a new chair user I found it difficult to control but after watching your video I am much more confident.
Ah this really is great news, thank you so much for getting in touch and good luck with your new chair!
My wife has Parkinson's, and when I ordered her power chair it was asked if she were right or left handed (she is right-handed). The chair arrived with the joystick connection on the right side. What I discovered is that she seems to have more control over her left hand, so I'm planning on moving the joystick over to the other side, a relatively simple procedure for this chair. This might be a consideration when choosing a chair. There is definitely some finesse required to smoothly make inputs to the joystick, and the lower you can position your hand the less tendency to over-control there is. Don't know if she'll ever be able to negotiate tight quarters, but we'll see.
Hello, thank you so much for getting in touch. You're absolutely right, it's surprising what you discover as your experience grows. Fortunately, most chairs have the ability to switch the side of the controller, the only thing some individuals will need to consider is the bracketry in place as that maybe be specific to one side. Narrow doors and hallways are always a little challenging but I'm sure your wife will get there eventually.
1) choose the best chair for the user and the environment. Front, mid & treat wheels drive are suited for different users and conditions.
2) each choice of hardware is the best compromise for three user and the usage. Outdoors or indoors only? Long continuous usage? Moving in and out of vehicles? Passenger or other driven?
3) Compact, medium sized or no barriers to size and weight? Versatile in height of seat and angles of the seated position?
Got my first power chair yesterday. And I'm not good at video games so I was like a drunk uncle driving drunk. Paused this video after the very first tip to say thank you. Tip one solved a lot of problems ❤
Thank you so much for getting in touch Christina! Really glad to hear that it's been helpful, means a lot ☺
These are so great. I just got my 1st power chair today so I’m trying to get any tips I can.
Ah that's great news, thank you so much for getting in touch. Good luck with the new chair!
Many useful tips on youtube
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As an aspiring ATP and clinical mobility proprietor, if you haven't already made a video about this topic, would you mind making a video regarding the process by which you proceeded to create "CMS?" Thank you for this excellent content!
Thank you so much for getting in touch, means a lot. No, we are yet to do a video on how and why CMS was created but it is certainly on the to do list! Thank you again
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Hi I've just got a power chair Quickie Q300 M Mini where will I find the tilt mechanism for go down a bus this will be my mode of transport I'm a little nervous doing the sharp turns and get on and off the ramp safely especially reclining safely
Hello Deborah, thank you so much for getting in touch! Do you know if you have a powered seat tilt? if you do, you'll find it by selecting the mode button and the cycling through each function via left and right inputs on your joystick. Once you find tilt, operate it by pushing forwards or backwards depending on your preference. To clarify, tilt is different to backrest recline, so make sure you're using the right one! let us know if you need any further information
I like using the top of the joystick when carrying say a glass of water in that hand. I can hold the glass with the thumb and 3 fingers and control the chair with my pinkie finger. So i can carry a plate in the left hand and my drink in the right hand. My chair, the nipple always comes off of the joystick if i control it at the base of the joystick. That's a flaw with the Jazzy chairs. I like the thrill of going down a steep hill forward. And I'm somewhat ambulatory so i don't use a seat belt. But I've never fallen out on a hill.
I tore my house up learning to use my chair, drywall, door frames, took 3 doors completely off. They were the cheap, thin doors on the bedrooms. One bump and they fall apart, so i just took them down and i use curtains for the bedroom doorways. Well, really just the one bedroom i sleep in. I left the other 2 bedrooms open. Just finally fixed and repainted my hallway which was the space with the most damage from learning to use the chair. I did all the work myself in my chair, which was a challenge to say the least. Thanks
Hi from South Carolina ☺ I am a new subscriber. How do I keep my power chair from jerking when I turn corners?
Thank you so much for getting in touch Wendy! It very much depends on the chair, but a lot of the drive characteristics are due to the programming of the chair. Do you have a technician that could adjust the parameters for you?
Thank you so much that helps verey much I use a t bar. R Drive Q mine 300.
Thank you for your comment Heather! , so glad it's been helpful
Wish I’d watched your video before I got my dad’s wheelchair it’s taken me ages the learn those things
Ah well at least it's hopefully helped a little now! Thank you for getting in touch
Do you have any tips and trick for the NaviONE power assist wheels? Before you say go to your dealer...Yamaha...the are in the states...I am in a differrent place.
What's the cost? Where do you buy it? Thanks
Thank you for getting in touch, all the chairs shown are prescriptive therefore don't have a set cost. We can assess you for any of them if you're based in the UK. If not, you'll need to contact your local provider. I hope that helps
Every time my helpers move my chair, they are top heavy. It's so annoying, I've literally seen some of them whip my chair around a full 180 when all they had to do was back it up a few feet to make room for the shower chair. and that's at the lowest possible speed settings.
Thank you for you comment Jason. This sadly is not an isolated incident, the only thing I could possibly recommend is getting the chair setup so that there is a specific profile the carers use which operates all speeds including turn acceleration at a snails pace. This along with product awareness training are your best chances of consistency, hope this helps. Depending on your location this could be something we could assist with if need be
I’ve been a powerchair user for almost 20 years. I don’t agree with the suggestion of holding the base of the joystick. This will give you less control. These parts must be used in accordance to the manufacturers instructions. If you want more control of the powerchair then turn the speed down. The speed of your chair can be adjusted to suit you and can be limited if necessary by a technician using the correct dealers program from a laptop. Safe driving everyone.
Hello, thank you for getting in touch. The tips are purely suggestions therefore there's no right or wrong. Some people will find these affective and others will not. Powerchairs can be programmed in many ways which we do if and when needed. Thank you again for your comment
It also depends on the shape of the "stick," whether it's the dimpled style of the Quantum sticks or custom-ordered ball-end style of joysticks.
Speed and programming are definitely key!
I just saw the video and also thought it was a strange tip. There was several strange tips and some good as it will always be. I don’t know the guy but I’m pretty sure he isn’t a daily wheelchair user. I think it’s bad that companies hires so called experts that has a theoretical approach to using a wheelchair. Instead of a real user.
For holding the joystick my best tip is to find something that suits you but if possible try to find so many different ways as possible.
It can be a nice trick to be able to hold a plate with your hand while driving. Or drive the chair with the underside of your arm if your hands are dirty and you need to wash them.
Using the tilt function is always smart. I always like to have seat adjustments on dedicated buttons and don’t use the menu you can’t use the menu while driving.
@@clinicalmobilitysolutions2131 these are wrong tips
Thank you so much for sharing the above..In my case i am short and hip muscles are weak. How do I go about getting into the wheel chair
I am desperate to see a video of parking a powerchair inside different buses. I ride a Quickie 300 mini chair. My local bus only has entry at the front by the driver's end door. A tight squeeze passageway to park behind the stairs of the double decker. There is a vertical pole next to the tiny bay so you cannot reverse like a car. you have to pass it and then reverse into the space avoding riding over the seated passenger's toes. They usually won't move their feet even when I ask nicely. The single decker buses are the same. It is a nightmare. I would esp like to see a video showing someone parking inside a London bus that uses the middle exit door when they board as I am planning a trip to London UK and petrified of using the transport.
I would also like to see a powerchair boarding a London black taxi too if possible .... and especially getting out of the taxi. 4 Apr 24.
Thank you for getting touch. Accessing public transport is always a challenge and something that definitely needs further thought. I'd be keen to put together a video but i would most likely do it with one of my clients as they would naturally have more experience than i do. Not sure when this will happen but i'll definitely add it to the list!
Amazing fantastic beautiful electric powerful wheelchair please price
Tip Number One: Don't crash. Tip Number Two: See Tip Number One.