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An Overview of Wheelchair Ramps
When you find yourself needing a wheelchair ramp it is a good idea to look at your needs. In most cases these are built to specific standards that are already set by the American Disability Act so you just have to decide which type you will need. You can get fixed and portable wheelchair ramps. This article is about the different types of wheelchair ramps and where you can get them.
When you find yourself needing a wheelchair ramp for yourself, or for a family member it is important to understand what you need to do in order to secure one. You must also make sure that the individual constructing your ramp is knowledgeable about the standard specifications. There are many that have been built that are either dangerous for the individual to use, or are not accessible.
There are many things to consider when purchasing wheelchair ramps, whether it will be fixed or portable wheelchair ramps. Here are two things to consider:
The Degree of Incline
Many people do not understand aerodynamics, so they think that a piece of plywood over steps will solve the problem for the person in the wheelchair. This is a fool hardy idea because a ramp can be too steep for the individual to use if not properly constructed. If the wheelchair ramp is going to be permanent, it is a good idea to make it as long as you can. This creates an ideal way for it to be used by people walking up the ramp, and it will insure that the wheelchair user will not fall over backwards as they go up.
Most makers of wheelchair ramps suggest that there is a one foot to 12 foot ratio. In other words, if the ramp is going to be one foot high, it should be 12 feet long; if the individual is elderly you will want to increase the 12 feet to 18 feet.
Transition From The Wheelchair Ramp To Regular Ground
The transition is considered to be the most important part of the ramp. There should be a smooth transition from the top of the ramp to the bottom and as the individual rolls off the ramp. The design of a wheelchair puts most of the weight on the larger back wheels until they are going down an incline. Once the chair is in motion downward; the weight transfers to the smaller wheels in the front which makes the chair unstable. If there is no easy transition at the bottom, the chair can come to an abrupt stop throwing the individual out of their wheelchair.
Fixed vs. Portable Wheelchair Ramps. Choosing a fixed or portable wheelchair ramp will depend on how often you are going to use it and where. If an individual is at home all the time a fixed ramp probably will suffice. If the individual travels a lot there are many portable wheelchair ramps that can be folded up in a suitcase and be taken along in the travel. There are several styles that are multifold, light weight, easy to use and contemporary looking. Most wheelchair ramps will accommodate wheelchairs and scooters.
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