Wheelchair
Wheelchair
A wheelchair (/ˈwiːlˌtʃɛər/) is a chair with wheels, used when walking is difficult or impossible due to illness, injury, or disability.
Etymology
The term "wheelchair" comes from the words "wheel" and "chair". The earliest records of wheeled furniture are an inscription found on a stone slate in China and a child’s bed depicted in a frieze on a Greek vase, both dating back to the 5th century BCE.
Types of Wheelchairs
There are various types of wheelchairs that are used for different purposes. These include:
- Manual Wheelchair: A wheelchair that is propelled by the user.
- Electric Wheelchair: A wheelchair that is propelled by means of an electric motor rather than manual power.
- Sports Wheelchair: A wheelchair designed for disabled people to participate in sports.
- Pediatric Wheelchair: A wheelchair designed for children.
Related Terms
- Mobility Aid: A device designed to assist walking or otherwise improve the mobility of people with a mobility impairment.
- Accessibility: The design of products, devices, services, or environments for people with disabilities.
- Assistive Technology: An umbrella term that includes assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wheelchair
- Wikipedia's article - Wheelchair
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