Armrests

1. How is the height of the armrest measured?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of fixed vs. removable armrests?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of full length vs. desk arm vs. adjustable height armrests?
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of tubular vs. standard armrests?

Answers:
1. From buttocks to bottom of patient's bent elbow at 90 degrees plus one inch.
2. Fixed armrests are lighter but interfere with transfers.
3. Full length gives more arm support, but difficult to get under a table. Adjustabled height armrests are heavier than fixed.
4. Tubular armrests are more cosmetic, but can't be used with heavier individuals or for weight shifts.