Electric Wheelchairs: Transportable, Heavy Duty, All Terrain & Powerbase Power Wheelchairs
Featured Electric Wheelchair Models
The following wheelchairs are a selection of our most popular models that offer unbeatable features and value for money. If you want to browse through our full range of manual or electric models, click your category selection on the left side navigation menu.
* Modern electric wheelchairs are not only great for providing superb mobility, they aslo exceptionally safe and comfortable to use.
* Electric wheelchairs are basically wheel chairs that are fitted with wheels and the users can control their movements. This gives disabled people a degree of independance that allows them to lead normal lives.
* The first wheelchairs were operated manually, but with the advent of new technology there are now many types of electrically powered wheelchairs.
* The benefits of a basic electric wheelchairs built on simple x-frames is that they can be folded when not in use or more easily transported.
* Compared to manual wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs are much more expensive due to the high technology features they provide their users.
* Power wheelchairs are becoming increasingly popular due to the many additional benefits they provide in comparison to their manual counterparts.
* You should always seek the advice of your physician before choosing your power wheelchair, to ensure that the specification is suitable for your personal situation.
* Due to the wide varity of heights, sizes and weights that electric wheelchairs come in, it is not easy to select the best one for your needs.
* Suppliers of electric wheelchairs are usually able to satisfy users individual requirements by fitting customized modifications.
* Power wheelchairs distinguish themselves from manual chairs in that they require no physical effort on behalf of the users to propel them.
* In line with most other high technology equipment, power wheelchairs are more likely to suffer from breakdowns and this should be taken into account when making a decision to purchase.
* There may be some aspects of a handicapped persons medical condition that needs to be taken into account before selecting a power wheelchair and they should consult their physician before making a purchase.
* The more sophistical features of a power wheelchair are provided by expensive electronic components whick makes these models considerably more expensive than manual wheelchairs.
* Electric wheelchairs are not always suitable for users with certain types of medical conditions and may in fact need to be modified to make it fit for purpose.
* Electrically powered wheelchairs basically come in two varieties... wheelchairs with a powerbase and manual chairs that have been adapted to be electrically driven.
* Electric wheelchairs are frequently referred to as power wheelchairs not only because they are electrically driven, but also due to the increased mobility they provide.
* For people with limited ability, power wheelchairs provide freedom and independence that was never previously possible.
* Generally, power wheelchairs are not as easily transportable as manual chairs due to their larger size and weight. Fortunately there are models can be easily dismantled to transport.
* Some power wheelchairs have detachable parts ( seats, armrests, foot plates etc ) that make them reletively easy to transport.
* An important consideration when selecting a power wheelchair is to ensure the load carrying capacity is sufficient to handle the weight of the user.
* Make sure the turning radius of your electric wheelchair is suitable for the type of use you expect from your wheelchair. e.g if used a lot indoors in confined spaces you will need a smaller turning radius.
* Electric wheelchairs can be driven by either the front wheels, rear wheels or even mid wheels. Each of these drive types will have a different effect on the performance of the wheelchair. e.g stability, maneuverability etc.
* For added comfort, there are many accessories that can be fitted to power wheelchairs, such as padded seats, cushions and backs.
* Electric wheelchairs enable the millions of people with permanent disabilities the chance to lead active and enhanced lifestyles.
* Electric wheelchairs generally have a high degree of maneuverability and most suitable for assisting users indoors and around the home.
* Most power wheelchairs are manuevered with a joystick and have 6 wheels mounted at the front, middle and rear of chair, altough only two of the wheels actually drive the wheelchair.
* The very small turning radius of electric wheelchairs make them highly maneuverable and able to turn in restricted areas around the home or in public areas such as restraunts.
* The advent of the electric wheelchair has meant that many people with disabilities now have mobility that was never before possible.
* Although electric wheelchairs are generally not as easy to transport as manual chairs, there are many models that are portable and can be dismantled to be transported.
* Electric wheelchairs designed purely for medical purposes are different from wheelchairs for general mobility purposes in that they have less wheels and steered with handlebars.
