Proveer de conocimiento básicos sobre el mantenimiento preventivo a las sillas de ruedas es igual de importante como el seguimiento debido a que con este se puede evitar el deterioro de las sillas.

I think that all wheel chair users need special cleaning materials in this pandemic and also the material of WC to be easily disinfected

eeping your wheelchair clean
If you use a manual wheelchair user, the hard surfaces you touch most frequently will be parts of your wheelchair, especially the wheel rims and tires. If you use an electric wheelchair or other assistive technology, your joystick or control panel are the likeliest sources of infection and need to be kept clean.

One way to help keep the wheels of your wheelchair clean is to soak two cloths or some kitchen towels in warm, soapy water and hold one in each hand as you wheel your chair, rotating the wheels through the cleaning materials.

Then think about which parts of your wheelchair you and others frequently touch. Push handles, arm supports, foot supports, and wheel locks all need careful cleaning; as do grab bars or any surfaces you make contact with while getting in and out of the wheelchair.

Be wary of using bleach, as this can react badly with the plastics used in some wheelchair construction. Soap will be fine in any case.

Social distancing matters even more in a wheelchair
Sitting in a wheelchair places you lower than many people who are standing near you. Thanks to gravity, that means you may be more at risk from the droplets people produce while talking, coughing, and sneezing. As a result, it’s important that you practice social distancing to help ensure a generous buffer between you and germs.

What about masks?
A medical N-95 mask offers more protection, of course, than a cloth mask. But medical supplies are in high demand. It’s worth considering the benefits of using any type of face covering in an effort to provide protection from low-flying droplets. Just remember to clean yourself and the mask after removing it.

If you have caretakers or home healthcare providers
If you rely on personal assistance services, you may want to ask your caregivers to wear a mask and gloves – especially if they have been in contact with anyone who has shown possible symptoms of the flu or COVID-19, even if they aren’t symptomatic.

Likewise, you can ask anyone in your care network to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer before each time they touch you. If they are in your home, make sure to disinfect any counters or places their hands may touch.

Everyone is different
We understand that every person who uses a wheelchair is unique. There are lots of variables, ranging from health conditions to the type of wheelchair or other assistive technology you use. Naturally, then, this is general advice that may not apply to everyone.

The good news for most people is that, by being sensible and taking more precautions, you can continue to live your life despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

Don’t worry if your hand washing and wheelchair cleaning takes time and keeps people waiting. Your safety is the most important thing.