One thing that would help is to stop people peddling myths.
Official WCA guidance on Wheelchair use and other aids and appliances.
Quote:
Where an Aid or appliance has not been prescribed or advised
The DM must consider all the circumstances in order to determine whether it would be reasonable to assess the claimant as using an aid or appliance that has not been prescribed or that they have not been advised to use.
Factors include whether:
The claimant possesses the aid or appliance
The claimant was given specific medical advice about managing their condition, and it is reasonable for them to continue following that advice The claimant would be advised to use an aid or appliance if they raised it with the appropriate authority such as a GP or occupational therapist (advice may only be given on request). Note: It is recognised that HCPs offering advice as part of the WCA process do not necessarily have specialised knowledge of aids/appliances or of their prescription. The expectation is that HCPs will make a judgement that is based on his/her medical and functional training and awareness.
It is medically reasonable for the claimant to use an aid or appliance
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An aid or appliance is widely available (again, common sense should prevail and HCP’s advice should be confined to devices that are recognised and in common use by those with similar disabilities. The HCP will, of course, have no knowledge of actual availability of aids or appliances within the claimant’s local area at any given time so will be unable to consider this when offering advice. )
An aid or appliance is affordable in the claimant’s circumstances (people are not routinely required to buy equipment where it can be prescribed.) Note: HCPs will not be aware of the claimant’s financial situation and are not asked to explore this area. The DM has to consider this aspect of the case but the HCP is not expected to comment here.
The claimant is able to use and store the aid or appliance
The claimant is unable to use an aid or appliance due to their physical or mental health condition (for example they are unable to use a walking stick or manual wheelchair due to a cardiac, respiratory, upper body or mental health condition).
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That applies to ALL aids. Eg If you ask your GP about a wheelchair and the GP says no, then that is the end of it.