It is best to charge them every night. Close.

You cannot overcharge batteries for power operated vehicles. Close.

Pull it back to the left (or right). Ha! Seriously, this type of symptom could indicate a serious misalignment or other problem with your vehicle. You should find a qualified DME (durable medical equipment) service technician to have an assessment. Close.

As with any other vehicle, you will want to get on a regular schedule to have your scooter or power chair inspected, cleaned and lubricated. We suggest visiting a qualified DME (durable medical equipment) service technician at least once a year. Close.

Adjusting the speed of power operated vehicles requires a special programming tool available only through certified dealers or service technicians who work with the make and model of your vehicle. Feel free to call Capabilities for how to identify manufacturers' information on your scooter or power chair. Close.

Keeping your power operated vehicle clean is one of the best steps you can take to smooth operation. Check frequently for dust, pet dander and dirt. If your tires require air, keep them inflated at the suggested level. Charge your batteries frequently. Close.

To determine the correct height for a cane, your wrist should bend slightly your forearm should be at about a 30 degree angle while standing straight. Feeling steady and comfortable are essential to safety while using a cane. As for which side to carry a cane, conventional wisdom, along with many professionals, suggest using the cane on the side with the injury, weakness or disability. Others argue that holding the cane on the stronger side adds further strength to shift and bear the weight more fully. Once again, experiment until you feel steady and comfortable. There are many types of canes, so be sure to try them out before you select. Close.

Brakes on a rolling walker may need frequent adjustment as cables stretch and sometimes catch on nearby furniture. You want to be sure you can make a full and certain stop when you press the brake handles. If you see excessive or uneven wear on your walker wheels, it might be a sign that your brakes are not adjusted properly. If you find yourself needing to squeeze the brakes too hard for comfort, it might suggest the brakes are too loose. A qualified DME (durable medical equipment) service technician can assess and adjust brake tension usually while you wait. Close.

If brake cables or pads on a rolling walker snap, loosen or break they can be repaired. In some cases, the individual component can be repaired or replaced, but occasionally replacing the whole braking system is warranted. As with any repair to DME (durable medical equipment), a qualified service technician should assess the situation fully and give you an estimate. Sometimes it will be more cost effective to replace the whole walker, depending on its age and the type of repair. Close.

Tennis balls and glide skis perform a similar function on a front-wheeled walker. They each provide a surface to ensure a smoother ride with the walker. They also can help the user maneuver over sidewalks more easily when outside. The use of either should be tested with a caregiver nearby in case their addition creates too much speed for the user. Tennis balls provide more drag than do a new pair of glide skis. Close.

The user's feet should touch the ground easily and effortlessly when seated in a manual chair. When using footrests, the knees should bend gently, avoiding hyperextension (too much stretch) or too much bend. The thighs should rest fully on the seat, leaving about an inch before the bend in the knee. Seat depth is essential to measure. If there is too much of the leg off the seat, shearing of the skin or pressure sores may develop. The seat width is also very important to ensure that the user does not feel cramped or lost in the chair. If the user is self-propelling, be sure s/he can reach over the armrests and comfortably grip the large wheels. Close.

Footrests on most makes and models of manual wheelchairs can be adjust easily by finding the nut at the base of the footrest and turning it with a wrench. When loosed, you can pull or push the tubing to the desired length and tighten. Close.