After long-term use, wheelchairs are not often disinfected and cleaned regularly, which is likely to become a breeding ground for the following germs! If left untreated, it may further induce diseases on the skin surface, and may even lead to infection.
What are the key cleaning parts of the wheelchair?
1. Seat cushion: Especially the paraplegic disabled friends spend a long time in a wheelchair every day, and it is extremely inconvenient to defecate, and it is inevitable that the seat back cushion will be polluted. A large area of the seat cushion is soaked with sweat and body fluids, especially in summer. The hot and humid environment is not only likely to cause urinary tract infections in female users, but if there is no ability to decompress by itself, the combination of heat and humidity and pressure may cause pressure sores on the thighs and buttocks, especially on the ischia The site of the nodule.
2. Back pad: The back pad is in contact with the skin on the back in a large area. It is also easy to soak in sweat, and it is warm and stained with human epidermal cells. It is a hotbed for scabies. For example, if the environment of nursing homes is not clean, it is easy to cause cluster infection of patients.
3. Push handles, handrails, and hand rings: The parts where the hands are frequently in contact, whether it is the push handles pushed by the caregiver, the handrails and the hand rings that the user relies on, are frequently moved, and most of the main contact-type infectious diseases are caused by this. rise. It is recommended that sports wheelchair users carry alcohol disinfection wipes with them when they go out, and often use the wet wipes to wipe the hand rings, armrests and other parts of the sports wheelchair that directly contact the skin. It is recommended to thoroughly disinfect your hands before each meal to prevent diseases from entering through the mouth.
4. Tires: The part of the wheelchair that touches the ground, in addition to rolling over various environments, the axis of the rim is the most likely to get stuck in the hair, resulting in poor driving, and it is quite troublesome to clean up by yourself.
How are wheelchairs hygienically cleaned?
The cleaning of the wheelchair is actually very important to the occupants, and the wheelchair will become dirty after a long time of use. Timely cleaning can keep it clean and beautiful at the same time. Wheelmates can perform simple daily cleaning on wheelchairs:
1. Wipe the skeleton with a damp cloth. Just wipe the skeleton and paint with a damp cloth. If you need to use detergent to clean, please use a soft detergent. Do not use organic solvents or aggressive liquids, such as toluene and kitchen cleaners.
2. Seat cushions and back cushions need to be cleaned with a soft detergent. It is recommended to choose seat cushions and back cushions that have been treated with antibacterial and anti-mildew treatments, which can effectively prevent infection. If they are made of ordinary fabrics, it is recommended to wash them frequently. When cleaning, use soft detergent, do not use a washing machine, just dehydrate and dry in the shade, which can avoid damage to the material of the chair cushion, maintain ventilation and prevent the growth of odorous bacteria.
3. Regularly check whether the armrest pad is damaged. Because the armrest pad is often touched, if it is damaged, it is easy to harbor dirt and breed germs, so it should be repaired and replaced immediately.
4. After getting wet by rain, wipe it dry in time to maintain the outer layer of anti-rust wax, which can keep the wheelchair bright and beautiful for a long time.
Through the usual simple cleaning and maintenance, in addition to maintaining the appearance, it can also prolong the life of the wheelchair. However, initial cleaning is only a daily maintenance. If you want to avoid the growth of germs and ensure that you disinfect to protect your family, the best way is to return to the original factory regularly and ask professionals to assist in inspections. On the one hand, it is aimed at the maintenance of wheelchair components, and on the other hand, only through the use of professional tools can the “disinfection” operation be carried out thoroughly.
5. Clean the front and rear axles and bearings. Hair and fabric threads will be stuck on the axles and bearings due to rotation. If left untreated for a long time, it will not only affect the rotation, but also produce abnormal noise. The key is that the service life of the bearings will be shortened after a long time.
In short, friends who have to accompany wheelchairs or electric wheelchairs every day should not only pay attention to their own cleanliness, but also keep the wheelchair clean. Doing daily cleaning and maintenance can not only prevent germs from invading, but also prolong the service life of the wheelchair. It is also more comfortable to use .
Post time: Jan-18-2023