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Power wheelchairs are often a more suitable option for those who are physically unable to self propel a manual wheelchair. These chairs are available in a wide variety of seat widths,
depths and heights, and feature a number of armrest, legrest
and seating options. Power chairs allow users of every strength
to control the chair with a joystick, but higher end models
offer a multitude of alternative control options – such as
proximity switches, sip-n-puff, head arrays, infrared switches
and magnetic angle sensors just to name a few. The two most common types of power wheelchairs are mid-wheel drive
and center-wheel drive.
Popular brands or suppliers include:
Invacare • Sunrise Medical • Pride Mobility • Permobil Inc.
Mid-Wheel Drive
• Feature six wheels, including two rear anti-tip wheels
• Considered the most maneuverable power chair, even
in tight spaces
• The power base is usually separate from the seat and
will accept any number of seating or power seating options,
depending on chair features
Rear-Wheel Drive
• Offer excellent outdoor high-speed performance
and maneuverability
• Some models incorporate a folding feature
• Base is separate from the seat and can accommodate
a variety of seating and power seating options
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