Rowheels
REV Wheels
The pull-based propulsion of REV Wheels is designed to minimize factors that can contribute to shoulder injury and pain in manual wheelchair users. Rowheels offers two models: The REV-HX was created for quickness and responsiveness, while the REV-LX was made to be easier to use. Rowheels says both models can strengthen shoulder and back muscles that are neglected during standard self-propulsion. REV Wheels are HCPCS coded E2227 and are covered via insurance, including Medicare, Veterans Affairs and private insurance funding.
Rowheels
Rowheels
The Rowheels system propels a
manual chair forward when the
user pulls (similar to a rowing
motion) on the handrim, and
moves backwards when the user
pushes. The result, Rowheel says,
is fewer propulsion strokes and
improved posture with better
shoulder/back positioning.
Rowheels are available in 22", 24",
25" and 26" wheel sizes. They fit
most manual wheelchairs and
can be used with ergonomic
handrims.