If you are going up a steep incline, go backwards with the wheelchair. Going backwards will provide you with more control since the majority of the weight is in the rear wheels.
Make sure to wear your seat belt on the wheelchair because a bumpy road can knock you off your seat.
You have to be actively aware of your surroundings, especially the ground. Stay away from certain surfaces that might appear slick or uneven.
Wheelchair Handling Tips
Determine your ability to avoid objects in a wheelchair. For example, how quickly can you make a turn or go backwards. You have to use the wheelchair like it is a part of you. Understanding your own proficiency will help you in dangerous situations. So practice wheelchair techniques such as making turns, going backwards, making immediate stops and going on uneven surfaces.
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