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Physical therapy equipment

Physical therapy equipment refers to the tools used for recovery of parts of the human body adversely affected by injury or surgery.

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Physical therapy equipment

Hand Control

Medical devices; Physical therapy equipment

A mechanical system that allows for operation of both the gas and brake pedals by either hand and is accomplished by means of a combination lever mounted to the steering column.

Hemi Wheelchair

Medical devices; Physical therapy equipment

A chair with a low seat-to-floor height that allows for foot propulsion of the wheelchair.

HCFA

Medical devices; Physical therapy equipment

Healthcare Finance Administration, which is the funding/reimbursement agency for Medicare which pays for wheelchairs.

Mag Wheels

Medical devices; Physical therapy equipment

Wheels usually made of composite material, with either 7 or 9 spokes.

Pneumatic

Medical devices; Physical therapy equipment

Involving "air" as in air-filled or pneumatic tires.

Posture

Medical devices; Physical therapy equipment

The alignment of the body. Posture can affect how you feel and how you function in your wheelchair, especially over the long run.

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