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1
Q

How can people with injuries C4 and above propel a w/c

A

sip and puff
head/chin and headrest sensor
tongue joystick

2
Q

What adaptation would someone with a C5 injury need to propel a manual w/c

A

vertical projections on rims

3
Q

What adaptation is made for manual chairs for people with C6/7 injuries?

A

friction surface because they lack grasp

theraband can be wrapped around rims

4
Q

What level of injury can propel a standard w/c

A

C8 and below