Jrzygrl
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At clinic earlier this week, DH explained the troubles he was having controlling his PWC. He has lost just about all control of his hands, save his right thumb. The wheelchair rep suggested trying a different joystick, but when the OT came in (wish they could have been there together) he suggested maybe it was time to look into a head array. They are scheduling an eval at the wheelchair clinic.
I know I have read that the joystick can be moved to the back of the chair for "attendant control". Can this be done in conjunction with the head array? I ask for 2 reasons - 1) I heard there is a learning curve with the head array and I'd like to be able to help him if he becomes frustrated and 2) In case he can no longer use the head array, then we won't need another visit to get the controls moved. Does this make sense?
I know I have read that the joystick can be moved to the back of the chair for "attendant control". Can this be done in conjunction with the head array? I ask for 2 reasons - 1) I heard there is a learning curve with the head array and I'd like to be able to help him if he becomes frustrated and 2) In case he can no longer use the head array, then we won't need another visit to get the controls moved. Does this make sense?