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How To Select The Right Wheelchair For You

Choosing the right wheelchair from the multitude that are available today can be a big headache. It all boils down to your personal requirements.

If you are independent and capable of pushing yourself along then you will need a large wheeled chair. Chairs with smaller wheels are better for those who will be pushed by an assistant.

Folding chairs or those that can be readily dismantled can be great for occasional use or for those who need to get into the driving seat of a vehicle. But remember that there are some fantastic adapted wheelchair accessible vehicles that make it possible to use the wheelchair as the drivers seat.

For those who enjoy an active, sporting life then a modern lightweight design would be the most appropriate option. These are small, lightweight chairs that can often be made from titanium, which is stronger than aluminium. They often feature folding footrests and a very low back with no handles. These lightweight chairs are ideal for lifting into and out of vehicles.

For those who want independence but are unable to propel themselves there are a great selection of powered wheelchairs that use electric motors. These chairs vary from basic models, much like a conventional wheelchair with the addition of an electric motor, through to much more elaborate models. When considering a powered chair it is important to find out about battery life and how long a single charge will last.

It is vitally important to try before you buy your wheelchair as you will be sat in it for a long time. A wheelchair is an important and expensive purchase so it’s vital to select the model that is best for your needs. This means getting in the seat and taking it for a test drive.

In the UK you can exchange your Motability allowance for a Motability car which might be a brilliant Renault Kangoo.

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