Neuro conditions with mobility impairements:
CVA, CP, MS, muscular dystrophy
Ortho conditions with mobility impairements:
AS, amputations, osteogensis
Other conditions with mobility impairements:
diabetes, obesity, alzheimers
Scope of limitations
Full ambulator to
Total mobility impaired - dependent
Benefits
increased quality of life, improved self of esteem, increased social interaction
Proportional control
360 degree directionality
Nonproportional control
fewer degrees of movement, and chair travels at preselected speed
Sip and puff common for what injury
High spinal cord lesion