Wheelchair armrests serve several important safety functions. They help restrain and stabilize users during sudden stops or weight shifts. Armrests can also help users sit more comfortably and straighten their spines by supporting arm weight. While armrests can interfere with some movements, they are usually removable and can protect users who have limited balance by helping them shift weight and prevent sores. The type of armrest chosen should be based on individual needs, activities, environment, and preferences to maximize safety and comfort.

1. Wheelchair Armrests And Your Safety
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Disabled individuals are often the most disadvantaged group in the society. Although there are
laws that requires establishments to apply the necessary adjustment to accommodate these
disabled individuals there are still some who neglect to provide the appropriate modification.
Nevertheless, throughout the years disabled people have come to adjust to their surroundings
and have been given better opportunity.
Most disabled individuals especially those who have paralyzed legs or spinal cord uses
wheelchair. a wheelchair has many different parts and functions. for one, the armrest is used as
a resting place of the arm and used for support and stability. Oftentimes the armrest is one of
the taken for granted parts of a wheelchair. But one cannot deny the fact that the armrest
functions more than a support for the arm. it helps restrain a person in the wheelchair, it helps
stabilize a person in sudden stops and help in stabilizing a person when picking up something
from the floor. When the weight of your arm is resting on the armrest, chances are you might be
able to straighten your spine and sit more comfortably.
It’s true that armrests can interfere with your wheeling especially to those persons who have
shorter arms. it can hinder you from reaching something on the floor or on the table.
Nevertheless, armrests are usually removable so you do not need to use them all the time. in
fact many users of wheelchair buy armrests and use them only when necessary. Additionally,
armrest can protect you if you have limited upper body balance. it could also help you shift your
weight in the chair to prevent sores. and as falls could also happen even if you have someone
pushing you, having an armrest could mean the difference between staying in the wheelchair
and getting slammed at the pavement.
The wheelchair industry has produced different types of armrests. Remember that your choice
of armrest should be based in your activities, environment, special needs, level of function and
preference. Hence, the decision to use armrest is up to you and what makes you comfortable
and not on the perception of how tough you are or anyone else’s attitude.
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