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Are using the arms on an armchair considered to be an assistive device?

April 26, 2017armchair arms assistive device

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Are using the arms on an armchair considered to be an assistive device?

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No. Chairs with arms are generally available in the community, so for the purpose of bed, chair and wheelchair transfers, they are not considered an assistive device. You would score a patient who transfers in and out of a chair with arms as a 7- Independent.