Who can use the Bottoms Up Bars?

Transferring from the wheelchair to the floor and back is considered the most difficult and challenging transfer. For this reason many people spend the majority of their life in a wheelchair.

Physical therapist at leading rehabilitation centers throughout the country have witnessed and recognized the benefits of this product. The bottoms up bars will enable them to assist their clients in achieving what would otherwise be impossible. Transfers to and from the floor to a wheelchair can be accomplished without the risk of shoulder and/or other secondary complications.

Successful use of the bottoms up bars has been achieved by individuals with spinal cord injuries as high as C6 and C7. Some individuals may require minimal assistance from a caregiver.

Most individuals in reasonably good condition with a lower-level injuries can utilize the device very easily. Individuals with double amputations, spinal bifida and other developmental disabilities have successfully used the bars.

If you are able to do a push up type weight shift you would be a reasonably good candidate for use in the bottoms up bars.

The bars have also been used very successfully by individuals who have functional limitations in their hands as long as they have decent biceps and triceps

when trying the bottoms up bars for the first time it is recommended that you do this under the supervision of a physical therapist or attendant to ensure that the safest and most effective technique is used and that you are able to get back into your chair without injury.

With proper training and practice you will develop the skills and the confidence needed to transfer easily and safely. In most cases people can transfer to the ground and back up in less than 30 seconds

all users are strongly encouraged to transfer onto a protective Matt or could it precious sores or injuries .

It is also recommended that individuals use push-up handles to easily scoot on the floor. Push-up handles can be purchased in the sports section of most major department stores.

We strongly encourage you to consider the benefits of possibilities made available with the bottoms up bars. Whether you use it in your home, by the pool, or just to enjoy a beautiful day Lyons on a blanket in your backyard-you deserve the freedom and mobility that the bottoms up bars will bring to your life.

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