Electric Wheelchair Buyers Guide and FAQ

February 2nd, 2010

The choice to use an electric or manual wheelchair is often a personal one, but there are also a number of other factors that play a role in this decision.

With the many different electric wheelchair models and styles available, it can often be very difficult for a normal consumer to choose the right electric wheelchair, let alone learn about them, without being subjected to a high powered sales pitch. This guide provides answers to a number of frequently asked questions about electric wheelchairs, including the different styles used and their features.

By learning about electric wheelchairs before speaking with a salesman, you will be better armed and able to identify what features are important.

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The Development of the Modern Wheelchair

January 25th, 2010

While many types of home medical equipment, such as wheelchair lifts, are relatively new, the use of wheelchairs can be traced back thousands of years. However, these early wheelchairs were not made to any set of standards, nor were they readily available. Typically, only those with means were able to purchase a wheelchair, as they had to be hand crafted, with each workman basically reinventing the wheelchair.

This trend began to change during the nineteenth century and by the middle of the twentieth century, the basic wheelchair design, which is the same used today, had been invented and was widely used.

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Mobility Scooter Buyers Guide and FAQ

January 18th, 2010

Choosing the right mobility scooter doesn’t always seem easy, especially with the wide variety of models and manufacturers available. Rather than jump right in or talking to a salesman, with most salesman having a very high pressure approach and steering you towards models they carry, it is a good idea to learn how mobility scooters work, what features are important, and what to look for before purchasing a mobility scooter.

To this end, this guide provides an introduction to mobility scooters and their features.

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What Are Heavy Duty Mobility Scooters?

January 11th, 2010

Heavy Duty Mobility Scooters are very popular and also very fun electric scooters, used to help those who are unable to walk or do so only with difficulty. Mobility scooters are a good deal stronger than traditional adult scooters, as well as able to travel for longer on a single charge and support more weight than other electric scooters.

Learn more about heavy duty scooters, how they work, their advantages, and disadvantages…

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Manual Wheelchairs vs Electric Wheelchairs: A Buyers Guide

January 4th, 2010

Wheelchairs have been around for many years, but the design that is usually used today y is based off of a hollow metal tubed wheelchair that was first developed during the nineteen-thirties. Today, this same design is used in most manual wheelchairs, but electric wheelchairs have a very different style.

Deciding whether a manual wheelchair or an electric wheelchair is best for you depends on a number of factors, so it is important to understand how these two types of wheelchairs are designed, as well as their benefits.

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A Closer Look at the Mobility Scooter

December 26th, 2009

Mobility scooters are quite popular and can greatly improve the accessibility of a senior. In regards to the components used and the functionality offered, mobility scooters share some similarities with electric wheelchairs, but the physical design is actually quite different. This is in part because mobility scooters are designed to improve accessibility among those who are able to walk for only short periods of time, while an electric wheelchair is designed for continual use.

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What is a Mobility Scooter?

December 14th, 2009

For many seniors, walking around is something that is very difficult. There are several options, such as using a walker or a rollator, which is a rolling walker, but both of these are not always the best choice, as they still require a great deal of effort. Instead, often the mobility scooter will be much more practical and will help make it easier for the senior to get around.

When you consider functionality and the purpose they serve, mobility scooters are very similar to electric wheelchairs. However, their design varies and they can not always be used interchangeably.

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Choosing the Right Type of Mobility Vehicle Lift

December 5th, 2009

When it comes to transporting a wheelchair or scooter, there are several options that are available. With so many different models to choose from, the entire process can easily feel overwhelming. However, the type of vehicle that is being used, where the person lives, and what type of mobility vehicle is being transported will help narrow down your options and make selecting the right wheelchair lift much easier.

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Saving Money on Mobility Scooter Accessories

November 30th, 2009

Mobility scooters are used to help make it easier for people to get around. In many ways, they offer a service that is very similar to that of an electric wheelchair, but adult scooters have a much different design. There are many accessories that come with mobility scooters and before you buy them from the dealer, it is important to do some shopping around and find the best deal. Often, this involves determining if the accessory is scooter, or manufacturer, specific, or the accessory is generic and could be bought locally for less.

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Increasing Wheelchair Accessibility: The Front Steps

November 23rd, 2009

Increasing and ensuring wheelchair accessibility often begins at home, as this is where many wheelchair users spend the majority of their time. Of the different areas of the home, one of the biggest parts of increasing wheelchair accessibility is ensuring that the home can be entered and exited quickly and easily. There are several ways of making the home more accessible in this regard, but most install either a wheelchair lifr or some sort of wheelchair ramp.

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