amazing new pwc ptototype

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BetsyB

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some smart thinking went into this.
i cant wait to get one of these

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Interesting concept. Bet Medicare wouldn't pay for it :)
 
IN ABOUT 20 YEARS MAYBE THEY WOULD NOTICE THAT IT COULD SAVE MONEY! Rampps, converted vehicles, hoists, and medical costs after fall could all be avoided...
 
Interesting concept. Bet Medicare wouldn't pay for it :)

I am guessing it would be at least double the cost of the type of power chair we currently get approved for. $50,000 minimum and likely closer to $75,000?. That would pay for a lot of lifts and ramps! The convenience would be great, but since most public places are now accessible, I don't have much need for the stair climbing feature. A portable ramp usually does the job otherwise.The chair would be great independence for a paraplegic though, and worth the cost for the decades they wouldn't need caregivers. We "out grow" the ability to be that independent too quickly to justify the cost, I believe. And if we fall it is usually because we are too pig headed to use ANY chair! ;-)
 
That post went viral on Facebook. Note the man could turn himself and had the use of his arms. The chair needs more work!
 
the chair looks amazing - but it was just conceptual.

I can't imagine it working well for most PALS, at least not for very long.
 
I have begun ordering parts to my own design chair - stay tuned
 
Can't wait to see what you come up with tripete!
 
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