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Novel Fun With A Very Safe Wheelchair Swing

By Doris Rivas


Being able to go back and forth under a tree is an unexpressed American right. It should not be denied to a person simply because it is harder for them to use their legs. A safe alternative is a Wheelchair swing. This fairly bulky device is more than a strap to support a bottom. It is a platform where the customer can roll right up to with their wheelchair intact. Enjoy the motion without having to be separated from essential body support.

The alternative is to be bodily removed from a wheelchair and be sit in a regular swing. There is the terrible risk of injury because legs cannot be used to control motion or break their fall. A handicapped person on a swing would normally need several attendants, which is not practical. Anyone desiring independence has the right have it.

Swings of this variety are a bit more complicated to put together than a regular swing but are not too expensive. This is a specialized piece of equipment that has more metal parts and requires more assembly. It does cost more than a regular set but is intended for very special users. It is about allowing someone in a wheelchair to come and go as they please, in an entirely free environment.

The owner of a play ground will definitely appreciate it, because it provides opportunities for minorities that might not be able to use other equipment. A school dedicated to special needs students will likely be filled with such outdoor devices. It is about fair treatment and also to be inclusive to all members of society.

It often is so uncommon for people in wheelchairs to get around and enjoy excitement that even adults might consider buying it. Many advertisements for similar products actually show adults swinging. It is a great source of active motion and is a safe recreation because it does not require much balance.

This is an excellent chance for a person to get out into their backyard and enjoy the summer air. Moving about brings in refreshing air which can make even summer heat feel more pleasant. There is no reason why everyone cannot enjoy this activity. Is shows how a very simple tool can make life better even when a person has an injury.

The secret is in a large and sturdy base that can support and secure a wheelchair. It is easy to roll into and movement is restricted by rail guards and even optional straps. There is no rope or chain but the platform is suspended by metal bars on hinges. A person can move themselves by rocking their arms or by pushing against a side rail. A person does not have to brace themselves as the tool is entirely supporting.

Other safety features are available for a wheelchair swing. Concern for bodily damage is in fact minimal, as long as the rider does not try to force a higher arc. Basic precaution aside, this swing-set is fun that can idle away countless hours. Sturdy construction makes sure it lasts for years. It is a worthwhile advantage for anyone with a permanently handicapped person in their family.




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