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Development of a Wheelchair CoG (Centre of Gravity) Evaluation Tool & Prototype

October 28, 2016 by

George Brown College’s Centre for Construction and Engineering Technologies have partnered with Toronto Rehab Seating Clinic to produce a Wheelchair Center of Gravity Evaluation Tool prototype. One of North America’s leading rehabilitation sciences centres, Toronto Rehab, is revolutionizing rehabilitation by helping people overcome the challenges of disabling injury, illness or age related health conditions to live active, healthier, more independent lives.

Wheelchair CoG Evaluation Tool Development for Toronto Rehab | Phase 2

October 28, 2016 by

Advancements in high performance wheelchair seating have provided numerous adjustment options (headrests, footrests, battery location, etc). The seating therapist faces an increasingly difficult task to adjust the seating for comfort and stability

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