Back the wheelchair to the base of the stairs.
Take wheelchair up stairs.
It is not safe at all.
Getting a wheelchair up a flight of stairs is not an easy task.
The topchair s is a high tech solution it includes tracks that allow it to go up and down stairs each 20cm high.
Bbc recommended for you.
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The stronger of the two helpers must be the one behind the wheelchair.
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Never try climbing a stair in a wheelchair with only one caregiver assisting.
Regardless of the specific model of the stair climber with built in seat or made to be adjusted to your current wheelchair it works by a one click system for climbing up and going down the stairs.
Going up a staircase or outdoor stairs with a wheelchair can be done by one person if necessary but it s recommended that two people assist in the process for optimal safety.
How to get someone in a wheelchair up the stairs.
If the person in the wheelchair is not at all able to walk up the stairs and there is no lift available the only option to lift the chair up the stairs.
Going up the stairs.
That is where most of the lifting will take place.
But unfortunately sometimes it can t be avoided and should be tackled calmly and carefully.
Always count on 2 people to assist.
In most cases the models are made to suit several surfaces including steel wood concrete and even carpeted stairs.
This helper who is positioned directly behind the user should make sure that they have a good grip on the handlebars in order to avoid endangering the user.