Your patient is getting ready to leave rehabilitation and needs a wheelchair for use at his office. He plans to spend several hours in the chair each day, although by the end of the day his upper extremities are fatigued from wheelchair propulsion. He weighs 220 lb. and is 6 ft, 2 in. tall. Which of the following armrest options would be best for this patient?

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Removable desk armrests would be the best option for this patient as they provide support while also allowing for easy maneuverability when sitting at a desk. Full-length or tubular armrests may impede his ability to get close to a desk or cause discomfort when maneuvering. Removable armrests also allow the patient to adjust their position and relieve upper extremity fatigue.

Your Patient Is Getting Ready to Leave Rehabilitation and Needs