After a stroke, a standard self propelled wheelchair asks for exactly what one side of the body cannot give. Hemiplegic chairs solve the propulsion problem properly instead of leaving someone to circle or be pushed.
Two approaches live here: the Glide One Arm Drive, where both wheels are driven from a single rim on the strong side, and the Invacare Action 3NG Lever Drive, which converts a pumping lever motion into forward travel with steering built into the lever.
Which one suits depends on grip strength, coordination and cognition on the strong side, and this is genuinely a decision to make with equipment in hand. We arrange trials for exactly this reason, and our pharmacists work alongside your OT and physio on the choice. NDIS assistive technology funding applies; quotes same day via 1300 216 888.
