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Wheelchair Management: Moving Across a Gap
Overview

Gaps between surfaces, such as those encountered at lifts, transport platforms, or uneven pathways, can pose challenges for wheelchair users. 

This video provides step-by-step guidance on safely assisting a wheelchair user across a gap, focusing on wheelchair control, positioning, and safety considerations. Caregivers will learn practical techniques to navigate gaps confidently while maintaining stability, comfort, and safety throughout the manoeuvre.

This article was published by Tan Tock Seng Hospital and updated in 2026.