When selecting an electric wheel chair it is important to consider where the wheelchair will be used. Power wheelchairs have either mid or rear wheels, which affects the way the wheelchair runs. Electric bariatric wheel chairs are also available.

If the wheel chair is going to be used in a fast paced environment, and the person using the wheel chair wants to be able to travel quickly, a rear wheel wheelchair, such as the Drive Geo Power Wheelchair, is ideal. This type of wheel chair reaches the fastest speeds-up to six miles per hour-and tends to be the most stable, which is ideal for rough terrain. Pride Mobility makes a grey chair with rear wheels, and Drive Medical offers two different black chairs.

Those who live or work in a tight space, such as small apartment or crowded office, may be best suited for a mid-wheel wheelchair. These chairs are more compact that rear wheel chairs and have a smaller turning radius, only 24 to 26 inches. The Golden Compass and Pride Jazzy Select are both popular options. However, the wheelchair can get stuck on its front or rear casters when going over bumpy terrain, so this type of chair is best for those who mainly travel on smooth, even surfaces.

Some people need power wheelchairs that can travel with them as they go from place to place by car. For seniors who travel between home, work, and various social gatherings on a day-to-day basis, using a transport wheel chair is essential. Transport chairs weigh substantially less, making it easier to lift them from the ground to the back of a truck or SUV. It also takes fewer people to lift the chair. Additionally, there are several chairs, such as the Jazzy 1107 Transportable Wheelchair, that can be easily disassembled. Traveling with a power wheelchair really doesn’t get any easier than that.

Electric wheelchairs have a variety of features and come in several different styles. If possible, help your loved one select a power wheel chair. The added sense of freedom can really add to his quality of life. Plus, there really is something for everyone. Being able to walk from one place to another is something most of us take for granted. Using an electric wheelchair can help your elderly parent restore his sense of independence, which is great for his overall sense of wellbeing.

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