Clinical Assessment Toolkit

Wheelchair users who have suffered from heat and/or moisture related symptoms in the last twelve months are encouraged to consult the risk factor scale to assess the severity of their symptoms. The matrix plots the severity of symptoms against the level of risk associated with overheating and over-sweating. In other words, the higher the severity, the more a person could benefit from better heat and moisture management.

We conducted in-house Clinical Temperature and Relative Humidity tests with the WA Slingback. The test procedure was based on the ISO 16840-11 testing standards and procedures for cushion microclimate testing. We compared the temperature and relative humidity of the contact area between the back of a wheelchair user and the backrest, measured for a period of two hours.

We conducted in-house Clinical Temperature and Relative Humidity tests with WA Cushion Cover. The test procedure was based on the ISO 16840-11 testing standards and procedures for cushion microclimate testing. We compared the temperature and relative humidity of the contact area between the seat surface and user, measured for a period of two hours.

We have a selection of literature reviews on some of the most common medical conditions for wheelchair or specific issues that relate to heat and moisture. Some of the conditions covered in our literature reviews include: spinal cord injuries; pressure sores; multiple sclerosis and muscular dystrophy. The purpose of conducting literature reviews was to better understand the main issues associated with each condition for wheelchair users, based on existing research and knowledge.

With a range of WheelAir products available, it is important to choose the right WheelAir package for you. At present, it is not possible to combine the WA Cushion Cover and Slingback during usage, however you can own both and switch between them depending on your current needs. We recommend using the selection tool to decide which product best suits you.

Many wheelchair users use WheelAir to help manage their temperature, sweat, or microclimate. Wheelchair users with conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injury, Muscular Dystrophy, Autonomic neuropathy, and Central nervous system disorders can experience challenges related to heat, sweat, and skincare. This conditions index briefly explains temperature regulation and/or sweat in relation to these conditions.