Provisioning Pathway

The aim of this resource is to support the scripting and provisioning of powered wheelchairs to maximise user independence, social inclusion and feelings of wellbeing.

The powerchair provisioning process is framed in terms of maximising potential and enabling personal goals.

While funding rationales require understanding of clinical evidence, maximising a clients' quality of life requires an understanding of their interests, abilities and circumstances.

Magic Mobility powerchairs are designed for the needs of active powerchair users. These guidelines are most relevant for users who:

Want to maximise their personal independence
Need to spend extended periods in their powerchair
Seek access both to indoor and outdoor environments

This page provides an overview of therapists' potential involvement at each step of the provisioning process.

The Powerchair Provisioning Process

The following table breaks down each step of the provisioning process, along with therapist roles and responsibilities. Key guides and references are linked below.

Step

Therapists' role and responsibilities

Key guides, links and references

Referral

Understand the basic principles for selecting and fitting specific equipment to meet users' powered wheelchair requirements.

Assessment

Assess users' needs in terms of the necessity for powered wheelchair technology to enable a more independent, socially-inclusive life.

Equipment Recommendation and Selection

Collaborate with the client and a powered wheelchair fitment expert to understand and select options most appropriate for the users' needs.

Magic Mobility client assessment form

Funding Procurement

Prepare a detailed specification and provide an evidence-based rationale for their proposed mobility solution.

Powerchairs: Supporting evidence for clinical reasoning

Product Preparation

This step is overseen by the wheelchair fitment expert, who may involve you further as needed.

Fitting, Training and Delivery

Help to advise users about maintaining their health and safety while using their powered wheelchair.

Magic Mobility's user guide to staying safe

Maintenance, Repair and
Adaptation

Monitor the need to upgrade aspects of the chair's functionality in line with the evolving needs of the user.

Outcome Measurement

Assess the effects of the power wheelchair on postural and health goals, participation and capacity-building.