In response, some players who use electric wheelchairs attach a flat metal or wooden panel to the front of their foot plates. This measure both prevents the ball on sliding underneath the chair during play (a common problem), and also gives the player a flat surface when making contact with the ball. This increases passing and potential goalscoring accuracy.
To counter this problem, some wheelchair users attach a flat metal or wooden panel to the front of their footrests. This modification serves two purposes: it keeps the ball from sliding away during gameplay, and it gives players a stable surface for making contact with the ball, leading to improved passing and shooting accuracy.