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Clinical Considerations for PMD Electronics
• Independent drive profiles
–Set differently for environmental demands
• Use of multiple drive control inputs
• Accessing features of the wheelchair using
head control
• Importance of auditory feedback
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How many activities can you place into one Drive Profile???
• Driving
• Power Seating
• Automatic Positioning/ Memory Seating
• Drive Selection: 1, 2, 3, 4, etc.
• Environmental Controls
– TV, VCR, Stereo, Lights, Intercom, Door Opener, Call for
Caregiver…
• Computer Access / Internet Access / E-mail
• Augmentative Communication, i.e., SGD’s
• Rim Driving
Accessing Features Through Alternative Controls
• Wheelchair electronics provide access and
control of the chair’s features and accessories
–E.g., drive, tilt, recline, communication devices
• Features are accessed through menus via drive
control system
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