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Mobility Scooters
By www.1-800-Wheelchair.com Staff, Thu Dec 8th
Mobility are designed for people who have somemobility but are challenged by slopes or distances. A widevariety of mobility scooters, in various price ranges, areavailable to fit your needs from leading manufacturers such asInvacare, Pride, Sunrise Medical and Drive Medical. Mobilityscooters come in a number of styles which can accommodate a widerange of user needs. When selecting a mobility scooter oneshould consider where the scooter will primarily be used(indoor, outdoor or both), how often the scooter be transportedin a car and any specific seating/accessory needs. Most mobility are defined by four features whichseparate them from power wheelchairs: are directed by atiller at the front of the base that can steers the front wheel.This arm can be tilted and locked allowing a safe andcomfortable ride for all users. Forward and reverse motion iscontrolled by two thumb levers. The seat of is usuallymounted on a stem, allowing many scooter seats to rotate fromside to side. Finally, have a base board instead offootrests. are steered using a tiller, you needsufficient arm strength to drive it and thumb mobility to usethe controls. Below is a brief outline of the three types ofmobility generally available. If you are not sure whereto begin or if you need help picking the right scooter for you,please consult a mobility professional. Foldable MobilityScooters: Easily folded and ready for transport, these scootersare perfect for the active person who likes to travel.Additionally, foldable scooters, often called travel scooters,disassemble into light parts that are easy to lift into thetrunk
of most cars. Sealed batteries make these travel scootersairline safe; make sure to check with your carrier booking yourflight. 3 Wheel Mobility Scooters: Looking for a full featured scooterwith excellent maneuverability? You should consider a threewheel mobility scooters. Three wheeled offer full-sizecomfort and are ideal for both indoor maneuverability andoutdoor durability. in this category offer a wide arrayof features including: swivel seats, arms rests, storage basketsand more. And, with a maximum weight capacity of 300 to 400 lbseven larger framed users can be accommodated. 4 Wheel MobilityScooters: A fourth wheel and a wider wheel base create the moststable platform within the mobility scooter category. Four wheelmobility are designed for maximum stability and builtspecifically for outdoor use. Some larger models have knobbytires and high ground clearance; these are a greatchoice for even rugged terrain. Some models offer a range of 25+miles per charge and a top speed of 10 mph! The wide wheel base,which makes the 4 wheel mobility great for outdoor use,often makes the turning radius wide as well. Indoor users withtight living spaces should keep this in mind. Make sure to a mobility scooter is right for you. Consult with adoctor and mobility professional prior to purchase
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