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Wheelchair Map
ALS is a degenerative disease that requires more and more technology over time in order for the patient to maintain independence. Understanding all of the technology needed can be confusing and the patients and caregivers are often given no guidance. Let us help you navigate your own power wheelchair with these easy-to-understand maps...
Basic Wheelchair Design
Every power wheelchair comes with standard basic equipment and technology that it uses to operate. Use this map to familiarize yourself with the wheelchairs basic components
Common ALS Add Ons
As the disease progresses most PALS will add multiple devices to their chairs to maintain independence. When first receiving your power wheelchair many chords will look like this image. Look at the color-coded wires to learn more about which wires go to each device.
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