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Dear Bobbie,
I have tilt in space and recline. The legs and back can be moved
individually. It will do a trendelemburg. (not sure its spelled right) Get full
foot plates, not heel plates. that's too simple to not have. You'll need an
electrically adjustable headrest. Insist on a 24 to 110 power inverter
built into it. (I've never gotten one, but still ask) If they say no, ask
for a 12volt power outlet. Then buy your own inverter. Ask them for the largest
batteries they can squeeze into the thing. Don't settle for 22nfd's. (anything
smaller than those are barbie batteries) Get the deep trough armrests and be
sure they are adjusted right for you. make sure that none of the wires are
compromised when the chair articulates! You wouldn't think this is necessary but
trust me, do it. A cell phone/palm pilot designed into it would be awesome but,
medicare is going to deny so much now, that could appear frivolous. You will
need small reflectors. Tell them you have to be able to sit at a normal height
table, as well. I have a state of the art lap table that is bulletproof.
(curious why someone would spec that)
You must have an electric switch that opens a valve allowing you to empty
your leg bag. This really is a device that gives you independence. Battery
charger should be built in so you can plug in anywhere, but so far I've only
seen that option on "Permobile". Medicaid won't even consider that chair unless
you know the governor.
The center wheel drive gives great maneuvering indoors with minimal carpet
damage. Six wheels is a stable ride but won't get you where the four wheel
drive will that you might want outside. I prefer the six wheel set up as I don't
do much off roading.
Now, you think I'm being silly. I'm very serious. My 1st chair was trash
and lasted 6 years. My second chair reclined and my brother and neighbor kept it
going for 11 years. (I was working and paying for my own chair) I have had
three other chairs since then. What I have now is nicer than anything I
have ever had. It is a invacare TDX center wheel drive. Yes, it has had to go
back to the shop, but it has never taken more than a day, and parts for it
are not hard to get because we discussed part suppliers before I decided on
it
Be sure it feels right. Don't let them hurry you. I stop in every few
months and let them adjust mine and clean the battery terminals. (maintenance
free is a state of mind, not a battery)
If you smoke, stop, or get a cigarette lighter.
I hope I was some help.
john
In a message dated 7/6/2005 6:55:18 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I have tilt & recline. I use the recline more often than the tilt when sitting at the computer. I tilt back slightly before I recline so I don't slide down. When my muscles start feeling stiff I recline which causes me to spasm then I feel better. I can't do that with the tilt only. |
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