Wheelchair Users

Wheelchair lifts are used for the transportation of wheelchairs .   Automobiles equipped with automatic lifts are convenient because they remove uncomfortable chair transfer and the difficulties of loading and unloading a wheelchair. There are two types of wheelchair lifts.   The first is the platform wheelchair lift.   There are both solid and folding wheelchair lifts that can be subcategorized into automatic and semi-automatic types.   An automatic wheelchair lift will fold, unfold, lower and rise by operating a single switch.   A semi-automatic wheelchair lift requires manual folding and unfolding of the platform. The second type of wheelchair lifts is the rotary ... Read Full Story

Early mobility Scooters were small, front wheel drive models designed primarily for indoor use, with little power and limited range.   Newer models of mobility scooters offer greater range and the ability to traverse outdoor terrain.   Most mobility scooters have a range of options, which include, three-wheeled mobility scooters, four-wheeled mobility scooters and fold up mobility scooters. The three-wheeled mobility scooters are the most maneuverable.   They are ideal for riders who must operate in tight spaces.   Their high turning radius allows them to make turns most four-wheeled mobility scooters can’t. The four-wheeled Mobility scooters are designed for stability and less for ... Read Full Story

I was reading Hoyden about Town when I cam across this post . I came across a link drop that really must be seen, I will get you started and you can finish at Hoyden. College student’s wheelchair stolen from campus A disabled college student is having trouble getting around campus, after someone stole his motorized wheelchair. [...] Horus had locked it up and left it charging overnight. When he returned to campus, it was gone – all that was left was the charger. [...] Horus’ wheelchair cost about $5,000 and that means whoever stole it faces grand theft charges. “It’s really difficult for ... Read Full Story

Because your electric wheelchair is an essential component to living independently, it is important to perform regular service checks on your chair.   The most common service issue we see at Orbit Medical comes from wheelchair users not properly maintaining their electric wheelchair batteries .   Typical symptoms consist of poor battery strength and duration.   Usually, this points to a problem with either the battery or the charger.   Below we have listed some good charging instructions to follow based upon how often you use your electric wheelchair Everyday Use – If you use your electric wheelchair everyday, it is important to charge ... Read Full Story

Countless mobility products use electricity to help aid individuals that are disabled or may having difficulty on foot. These machines be inclined to receive the mode of scooters, wheel seating and types of reclining seats. There are many distinctive types of scooters existing that are provided in a diversity of types. You can get heavy duty scooters that can be used for open-air use and possess exceptional gripping tires and high performance. There are also lightweight scooters that can be folded plus take a trip with you effortlessly. All scooters has padded seats and arm rests for comfort and offer plenty of leg room. ... Read Full Story