Repositioning of joystick wheelchair control

With the joystick in a normal right-hand position this client had difficulty controlling his powered wheelchair. It was thought he would get much better control if he could use both hands together.

The joystick unit was mounted on a horizontal bar using vertical tubes already fitted to the front ends of the armrests. In order to allow clear access to the seat the whole assembly could be lifted clear of one of these tubes and swung out forwards.

He now has proper control of his wheelchair.