Wheelchair Mobility
—a handbook
Wheelchair Mobility - A Handbook, written by Charlie Croteau, encompasses the essential philosophy of occupational therapy in maximizing the independence of those with spinal cord injuries. The book presents a well-organized guide to the wheelchair and its various components. It also shows how adapting the components can lead to enhanced functional mobility with activities of daily living. The text is an inspirational and informative resource, written by an author who has experienced a spinal cord injury. Mr. Croteau has lectured over the past twenty years on wheelchair mobility and related disability issues. It is a valuable asset for any occupational therapist working with persons with spinal cord injuries.
“Mr. Croteau has written an extremely valuable book for every physical and occupational therapist who teaches wheelchair mobility. He has written this book from his personal experiences with clear instructions, excellent photographs and a host of ‘tricks of the trade’. Wheelchair Mobility - A Handbookwill assist therapists and ultimately our patients.”
—Donnalee Shain MS,PTPCS, Clinical Faculty Specialist at Northeastern University
Park Press Publishing is offering this fully illustrated and easy to use handbook/textbook, printed on heavy paper and spiral bound for long-term use. The Handbook contains 70 pages of text and 21 pages of photographs which demonstrate in a step-by step manner the maneuvers needed for wheelchair use as well as wheelchair selection and adaptation. The author, a twenty-five year wheelchair user himself, has employed his first hand knowledge of wheelchairs to instruct students and teachers alike in wheelchair use.