faeroe347
faeroe347
Sex: M
Data Quality: 3 stars
ALS: 3 yrs
Bi-Pap Wheelchair
Bulbar: none
Arms: severe
Chest: mild
Legs: severe
faeroe347
Male, 67 years
Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu
Primary Condition
ALS
First symptom
May 2009
Diagnosis
Sep 2010
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faeroe347's Wheelchair (manual) is for:

faeroe347 has not reported any side effects for Wheelchair (manual).

faeroe347's Wheelchair (manual) History (Stopped)
As needed Oct 28 - Nov 13, 2010
As needed Nov 13, 2010 - May 23, 2011
Stopped Did not seem to work May 23, 2011
Evaluations
Date Dosage Fatigue Efficacy Side Effects Adherence Burden
May 23, 2011 As needed Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4 MildMildMildMild AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA little
Date
May 23, 2011
Advice & Tips
I stopped using the manual wheelchair and changed to a light power chair, which is more helpful because of my weakness.
Cost
< $25 monthly

About Wheelchair (manual) (Equipment)

A manual wheelchair typically has handrails on the wheels to allow the user to propel themselves; there may also be handles at the rear to let another person push them. Wheelchairs are used by some people only when going outdoors to reduce the risk of falls.

Learn more about Wheelchair (manual) in our Wheelchair (manual) Community Report.