Wheelchairs For Sale In Peoria, AZ
How To Choose the Right Wheelchair
When you can no longer get around independently, it’s time to choose one of the many excellent mobility aids available today.
A wheelchair is the right solution for many people. To get the most from it, you need to choose one that’s functional, comfortable and fits your needs. If you’ve been wondering “what wheelchair is right for me,” you are not alone.
This is a big decision, so talk to your doctor, your physical therapist, and your occupational therapist. Ask for their opinion regarding the best wheelchair or power chair for your unique needs.
Serene Mobility & Lifts has put together a brief introduction to the two main types of wheelchairs: Manual wheelchairs and power chairs. Our compassionate team has lots of experience helping people evaluate the best wheelchair to choose, so feel free to reach out to us. We’re in Peoria, Arizona, where we serve Glendale, Phoenix, and beyond.
Electric Wheelchair or Power Chair
Because a power chair doesn’t depend on the operator’s fitness and strength, it’s appropriate for people who can’t self-power a manual model. However, they demand sufficient cognitive ability to drive them safely.
Many of today’s power wheelchairs look more like an office chair on steroids rather than a wheelchair. These mobility devices are convenient, fast, and maneuverable, and some will let you cover serious ground independently. Power chairs are a good choice for people who plan to take their mobility device out of the house.
Power chairs require regular recharging. If you want to take it in the car, you might need to upgrade to a minivan or SUV.
Manual Wheelchair
Manual wheelchairs are appropriate for people who can self-propel in them. Self-propelling is very physically demanding and requires time to learn. People who choose it usually value the opportunity to maintain their upper body strength and cardiovascular fitness.
Manual wheelchairs are also suitable for people who have caretakers to push them from place to place. If a person lacks the cognitive ability to drive a power wheelchair, it’s likely they already have a caregiver capable of pushing the manual wheelchair.
Both types of wheelchairs will confront rugged or uneven terrain on occasion, which may challenge users’ ability to navigate and maneuver.
What Wheelchair Is Right for Me?
If you need help deciding on the right wheelchair for your use, Serene Mobility & Lifts can help! We look forward to helping you evaluate your options at our retail space in Peoria, Arizona, serving Glendale and Phoenix.