Introduction
The Quickie® Xtender™ is an innovative solution that expands the range of mobility for manual wheelchair users by reducing user fatigue during propulsion. By adding power assisted wheels to a manual wheelchair, the Xtender provides another option for users when manual propulsion is ineffective, inefficient, or ruled out due to routinely encountered environments, and when power wheelchairs are not an appropriate option due to clinical or environmental considerations.
Every Quickie Xtender Includes
- Pair of Power assist wheels, battery pack and battery charger
- Pair of Quickie spoke wheels with pneumatic tires AND a pair of Quickie "Q" button axles
- Axle plates to mount the Xtender to the Quickie wheelchair, the Xtender axles, and all of the labor for installation
- Shipping costs for your Quickie wheelchair and Xtender to show up together, ready to go out of the box
Quickie Xtender Features & Performance
- "Smart Control System" employs a microprocessor and sensors in each wheel to regulate power, direction, and speed.
- Each wheel continually communicates and adjusts the speed to ensure a smooth, straight ride.
- Modular design easily comes apart for simple transportability and no single component weighs more than 14 lbs.
- Green LED power switch indicator makes it clear and simple when the Xtender is powered on and off.
- Enhanced Battery Technology employs a microprocessor and LED lights to enhance performance.
- No programming is necessary for these functions:
- "Rollback" prevention during hill climbing increases efficiency and reduces fatigue.
- Downhill speed control requires no effort and provides a safe and controlled descent.
- User friendly system is quick and easy to learn to use.
Please see the Xtender Clinical Support Information part # 122892 for additional information.
Image of the Quickie Xtender power assist system attached to a manual wheelchair, featuring the power wheels and battery pack.
Close-up views of the Quickie Xtender's green LED power indicator and its modular components.
Quickie Xtender Benefits
- Research has shown that the Quickie Xtender may help reduce or even prevent Repetitive Strain Injury of the shoulders.
- Can reduce oxygen consumption, energy expenditure, and the burn of fatigue to increase the range of mobility.
- Can help overcome uneven arm strength to allow for straighter and more efficient propulsion, which may be suitable for users with hemiplegia, paraplegia, quadriplegia, or tetraplegia.
- Allows users to cover various terrains - including grass, carpet, inclines, and side hills - with ease and reduced fatigue.
- Provides a safe, constant, and controlled downhill speed for effortless driving and smooth descents.
- Nickel Hydride Battery Package:
- Reliability and performance in the market for over 10 years in a compact and lightweight power source.
- Onboard charging is not required, allowing the spare battery to be charged when it is not in use.
- Lower battery costs than competitive products.
Comparison of Handrim Type
Stainless Steel - Provides a traditional handrim diameter and style to accommodate the function, propulsion, and turning feel one may be accustomed to. Available on Type A (1.5X).
Plastic Coated - Provides a larger handrim diameter with plastic coating for improved grip and increased friction. May be suitable for those with decreased hand function or strength. Available on Type B (3X).
Illustration comparing stainless steel and plastic-coated handrims for wheelchair use.
Comparison of Xtender Types
Xtender Type Power Index Over Various Terrain
Type A - 1.5X Multiplier - designed for users who can deliver good propulsion and torque to handrim but want to reduce risk of secondary injuries on upper limbs and wrists.
Type B - 3X Multiplier - designed for those with limited mobility range who have difficulty delivering enough torque, for example due to C5, C6, C7 spinal cord injuries.
Graphs illustrating the power index and assist factor of Quickie Xtender Type A (1.5X) and Type B (3X) across various terrains, including flat, uphill, and downhill conditions.
A graph showing the relationship between pushrim input (torque) and motor assist factor for Quickie Xtender Type A and Type B.
Type A Performance Characteristics:
- Linear assist feel over various terrain.
- Take-off boost on flat terrain is not significant.
- Good maneuverability on slopes (maximum assist torque is higher than Type B on slopes).
Type B Performance Characteristics:
- Good take-off boost and assist on flat and slight uphill terrain.
- Not suitable for steep slopes (pushrim torque sensor bottoms out, consequently assist power gets flat).
Xtender Type by Wheelchair User Conditions
Diagrams categorizing user suitability for Quickie Xtender types based on upper extremity strength and ability to navigate slopes.
Strong Upper Extremities:
- Young users or athletes who want speeds faster than 3.75 mph.
- Users who regularly propel up to 6° (10%) slopes.
Weak Upper Extremities:
- Users who can barely manage 4° (7%) slopes.
- Users who are able to propel on a flat surface.
- Users who are unable to propel on flat surfaces without assistance.
2008 da Vinci Awards® Winner
The world-renowned da Vinci Awards® were created by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in 2001 to recognize the most innovative products and projects developed to enable individuals with physical disabilities to participate and contribute in all aspects of society. The Quickie Xtender was a 2008 recipient of this distinguished award.
The da Vinci Awards 2008 Winner logo.
Xtender Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| HCPCS Code | E0986 |
| Available On | Quickie 2, 2HP, GT, and GP Series |
| Torque Multiplier | 1:1.5 and 1:3.0 |
| Overall Weight | 38 pounds |
| Available Handrims | Stainless Steel (1:1.5) Plastic Coated (1:3.0) |
| Battery Capacity | 7 hrs |
| Time to Fully Charge | 2.5 - 3 hrs |
| Maximum Range | 9.5 mi |
| Available Tires | Pneumatic |
| Weight Capacity | 265 lbs. |
