In summary, through researching the transition process from being able bodied to being a wheelchair user, people’s struggles, previous & current wheelchair technology and reflecting on my previous placement in wheelchair and seating it is clear that occupational therapy doesn’t just focus on a person’s impairment, abilities and physical attributes, but also factors in occupational desires, emotional adaptation, environment and sense of identity when deciding on a wheelchair for a client.
In relation to my placement in wheelchair and seating although this is not discussed throughout my blog I was fortunate to be able to listen to and experience client’s challenges circumstances in terms of having to now live life by use of a wheelchair and having to deal with difficulties with their chair due to funding, outdated chairs etc. The ability to fulfil social, work, and interpersonal roles greatly influences the quality of life and life satisfaction of wheeled mobility devices users.
The main points covered in this blog were:
- How occupational therapy links in with wheelchair and seating
- Some causes for wheelchair use
- Differences between old and new wheelchair technologies
- The importance of having a wheelchair suited to the client’s specific needs and requirements.
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