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The
following are considerations for selecting a vehicle:
Driving a sedan: When considering the use of a
sedan, the individual must be able to do the following:
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Lock and Unlock the door Open and close the
door
- Transfer
to and from the wheelchair
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Store and retrieve the wheelchair (either independently
or with a wheelchair loading device)
Driving
a van: If an individual is unable to drive a sedan,
there are several options available for driving
a van. Specialized modifications can allow a person
to transfer to the driver seat or to drive from
the wheelchair.
There are several levels of driving control technology
to compensate for the loss of strength and/or
range of motion. Some of these include:
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Reduced effort steering systems to compensate
for reduced strength
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Servo brake and accelerator control to compensate
for reduced range of motion and strength
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Joystick driving systems, allowing one hand
operation of brake, accelerator and steering
Adaptive
equipment and vehicle modifications for wheelchair
access are available for some full-size and mini
vans; however, all vans are not suitable for modifications.
Call
us today with any questions or to schedule a driving
evaluation at (814) 833-2301 |