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Power Chair : What is it?

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A power chair, also called an electric or power wheelchair, is a mobility chair used for transporting disabled persons, making it a great alternative to the traditional wheelchair. It is powered electrically and steered using a joystick. It has a good turning ability. It is considered the indoor counterpart of a mobility scooter, as it is typically designed for indoor use. It is ideal for disabled people with limited upper body strength.

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Types Of Power Chairs

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Kinds of Power Chairs include the following:

Rear-wheel drive power chair

  • A rear-wheel drive power chair is made with the driving wheels located at the rear.
  • It is the traditional and most common type of power chair.
  • It is not as flexible as the other types when turning.
  • It is faster than the front-wheel drive power chair.

Mid-wheel drive power chair

  • A mid-wheel drive power chair is made with the driving wheels located in the middle or underneath the seat.
  • It is the tightest-turning power chair.
  • However, it tends to be unsteady when starting and stopping.

Front-wheel drive power chair

  • A front-wheel drive power chair is made with the driving wheels located in front.
  • It is the most flexible power chair.
  • It is easy to maneuver.

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Choosing Power Chairs (Buying Tips)

Leg rest: Choose a power chair with a leg rest for elevating the feet at the best and most comfortable position. Make sure it has a swing-away feature that allows it to be tucked away when boarding and leaving the chair.

Height:  Choose a power chair that does not drag your feet on the floor. There should be a one- to two-inch clearance from the heel to the bend in the knee, minus the thickness of the cushion.

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