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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.
