I use a wheel chair how can I get into a rowing boat?
Posted : 15/04/08
Remember first and foremost that you know your limitations - tell your coach what you need. Hoists are available to aid transfer from land into a boat, although in most cases wheelchair users already have established transfer techniques which has proved effective. In addition your coach would need to ensure that access to the boat is via a pontoon that has wheelchair access and is non-slip to aid traction.
You may find a postural support system preferable to provide low lumbar or full lumbar support. Again tell you coach what they require - additional sore prevention systems are available.

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