Wheelchair Sensor

A wheelchair sensor is a sensor installed under the seat pad/cushion of a wheelchair and detects the movement of the patient to alert the caregiver, nearby, before a fall. Wheelchair sensor pad act as a fall prevention measure. Numerous wheelchair user suffer from fall each year without the caregiver knowing it. If you or your loved one is using a wheelchair you should get a wheelchair sensor. It's not expensive so you really don't have a reason not to get one.

The wheelchair sensor can also be embedded in a seat belt instead of under the pad but the function is the same - it alarms the caregiver before the patients leaves the wheelchair. Some wheelchair sensors sold in the market today are :

1. Posey Mobile Chair Belt Sensor
For wheelchair or geri-chair use; can be easily transferred between chairsFor wheelchair or geri-chair use; can be easily transferred between chairs. Compatible with the Posey KeepSafe, Sitter II and Sitter Select units.

 

 

 

2. Micro-Tech Chair Sensor Alarm System
Micro-Tech Chair Sensor Alarm System Micro-Tech Chair Alarm Model easily attaches to most chairs and wheelchairs with a clip on the back of the control unit. Chair Alarm monitors patients using a pressure sensitive chair pad (sold separately). Audible alarm tone also serves as a reminder for resident to wait for staff assistance. Unit is completely portable Automatically resets itself Uses a standard 9-volt battery Low battery alert and power indicator light

 

 

2. Early Warning Sensor Pad
Early Warning Sensor Pad Most wheelchair and chair sensing alarm devices employ a pressure-activated sensor pad, usually located in the seat, or a pull-cord mechnically fastened to the patient. Cords can be cumbersome to reinstall once activated and are often deliberately disconnected by the patient. Pressure pads inevitably compromise the benefits of a pressure relieving cushion. Most importantly, both devices activate once the person has risen from the chair. Therefore, they don't provide early warning.

This back sensor detects the first stages of rising. People tend to lean forward before getting up. This movement activates the back alarm sensor, giving the caregiver advanced warning. Once the alarm sounds, it is easy for the patient to reseat without endangering him or herself. Simply mount the sensor pad high on the seat back to install. Sacral sitting and forward sliding are problems common to wheelchair users. Sacral sitting can compromise a resident's ability to function independently and can cause increased pressure on sacral region risking skin breakdown. This pad rests low on the seat-back where it can detect sacral sitting. As the patient slides forward, pressure is released from the pad and an alarm sounds. Since sacral sitting generally does not indicate an immediate safety hazard, the alarm can be "desensitized" by setting the hidden switch to "delay" rather than "instant response." A gentle chime tone can also be used.

Features a stainless steel clip for mounting to the chair, low-battery warning light and high/low volume switch. Choice of two alarm sounds. Uses one 9-volt battery (included). The 8" x 12" sensor pad is encased in a black mounting bag.

 

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