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How to Buy a Lightweight Electric Wheelchair

November 15, 2016 By Gary Sanchez

How to Buy a Lightweight Electric Wheelchair

Electrics wheelchairs are awesome, they truly are a great invention. But do you really know how to buy one? It may be for you or for a relative. It doesn’t matter at all, because on this very same blog post you will learn how to buy an excellent one, so you can get a nice return for your money. You really deserve it, and on this article you will learn it all.

Consider the Manufacturer

You need to be careful where you buy the lightweight wheelchair from. You also must make sure it’s manufactured by a reputable brand. This will offer you the guarantees you need to make sure you are receiving a product which will really help you or the person you are buying it for.

Talk to the Professionals

The person who can give you the best advice on this case is the doctor. He will tell you what kind of powered wheelchair is the best one for you. There are many variables to observe, and the doctor will make sure to point out the most important ones.

Do yourself a huge favour and talk with your doctor or consultant before buying a lightweight electric wheelchair, you need to hear what he has to say. If you want to make sure you buy the right one for your needs, make sure to talk with professionals and request their advice.

Considerations

Not all electric wheelchairs are created the same. You must ask yourself the following questions:

  • Will you use the wheelchair indoors or for the outdoors?
  • What speed would be ideal for you?
  • How light is it?
  • How easy to fold is it?
  • Are you planning to transport the electric wheelchair with you in taxies, buses, etc.?
  • Does it come with spare batteries?

It’s very important to answer these questions, because it will allow you to know which electric wheelchair is the right one for you.

Filed Under: Benefits of a Powered Wheelchair, Buying a Powered Wheelchair

Powered Wheelchairs

September 1, 2016 By Gary Sanchez

Powered Wheelchairs

With the extreme durability and manoeuvrability of powered wheelchairs, visiting your favourite places would be a lot easier.  Whether you are going to the park, supermarket, shopping malls or even visit your friends and loved ones, with a portable mobility device such as the powered wheelchairs, everything becomes convenient.

For those who are unable to self-propel a manual wheelchair, it is the more suitable choice. A wide range of powered wheelchairs is specially designed to open new horizon, an independent life, access, and mobility.  A variety of models that will help you live in accordance to what will help you live life conveniently, either indoor or out.

Powered wheelchairs are available in different sizes and offer a number of features, from the armrest, leg-rest to seating options.  It can be controlled by a user with a joystick but for high-end models, a multitude of control options are available such as sip-n-puff, proximity switches, head arrays and more.

Guide in Buying a Powered Wheelchair

With many different types of powered wheelchair models and driving system, the choice of purchasing can be a daunting task.  In this article, we have come up with a buying guide to help you get what’s suited for you.

  1. Consult Your Doctor
  2. Before purchasing a powered wheelchair, make sure to consult with your physical or occupational therapists.
  3. By answering these questions, it will help you assess the type of powered wheelchair that is ideal for you.
  4. Will you be using the powered wheelchair in indoors, outdoor or both?
  5. Will you be transporting the wheelchair in cars, buses, planes or cars?
  6. What is the range of speed that you want to reach?
  7. What is the weight capacity that you need?

 

Filed Under: Buying a Powered Wheelchair

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