How Could A Power Wheelchair Help Me?

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A Power Wheelchair could benefit you if you have limited mobility but you would still like the independence of going out on your own without an attendant. Unlike a manual wheelchair, you do not need upper body strength to move power wheelchairs forward by pushing the wheels yourself.

A powerchair is instead moved forward and directed around corners by an electric motor that does all the hard work for you. The electric motor is powered by a re-chargeable battery that is kept onboard the wheelchair, and the wheelchair is controlled using a joystick. This controller is easy to use, so even users with limited mobility will be able to manoeuvre the wheelchair simply and quickly.

There are many different types of powerchairs available to suit people with different disabilities and the elderly. Some people find that they might also want to consider a mobility scooter rather than a powerchair, if they have greater mobility to be able to use the controls.

A Power Wheelchair could make a real difference to your life if you have been relying on attendants to push your wheelchair when you are out and about. A powerchair ...
... can make it much easier to carry out everyday tasks, for example, going to the shops by yourself and are therefore highly recommended for increasing your independence.

If you would like to find out more about the wheelchair types available please visit the Karma Mobility website.