INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEELCHAIR SKILLS PROGRAM: SKILLS FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS AND CAREGIVERS

Research evidence has been accumulating that demonstrates the safety and superior efficacy of a formal approach to wheelchair skills training of wheelchair users and their caregivers. The Wheelchair Skills Program (WSP), available free on the Internet (www.wheelchairskillsprogram.ca), includes useful evaluation and training tools to help practitioners translate this research evidence into clinical practice. On completion of the session, attendees will better understand how the WSP may be implemented in their own settings.