Power Chair
A power chair is ideal if you primarily need help getting around indoors. It is easily steered using a joystick, providing superior in-home maneuverability for doorways and hallways.
Power chairs provide stability for your safety, and fit almost anywhere.They are adjustable for maximum comfort.
Steering
Joystick Steering — Provides maximum control with minimal arm or hand strength. Armrests offer more support for arms and hands.
Seating
Multiple Seat Options — Helps manage pressure and proper posture. Comfortable seat with a contoured back and adjustable height, armrests and seatback angle delivers all-day comfort.
Programming
Customized Controls — Programmable to fit your abilities and dexterities.
Location
In-Home and Out-of-Home.
Turning Radius
Offers tight turning in small spaces,narrow hallways and small rooms.
Maneuverability
Highly Maneuverable — Able to pull up to a table or desk. Allows for easy transfers to toilets, beds, chairs, etc.
Safety
Wheel Stability — Anti-tip wheels and enhanced suspension for traveling over thresholds and other uneven surfaces.
Scooter
A scooter is great if you frequently have out-of-home activities to attend to.They are larger than power chairs, with bicycle-type handlebars which require greater upper body strength and wider range ofmotion to steer.
Scooters have three or four wheels,and glide smoothly on most paved streets.
Steering
Handlebar Steering — Requires extensive use of arms,greater upper body strength and wider range of motion.
Seating
Limited Seat Adjustments — Low-back seat is less appropriate for extended daily use. Does not recline. Cannot be adapted to fit changes in your condition over time.
Programming
Standard Controls — Cannot be programmed to fit your unique needs.
Location
Limited In-Home Use.
Turning Radius
Requires more space to maneuver. Cannot turn tightly.
Maneuverability
Less Maneuverable — Non-removable tiller on front of unit hinders ability to pull up to a table or desk, or transfer safely to toilets, beds, chairs, etc.
Safety
Less Stable — 3-wheel design requires more even surfaces for optimal stability and performance. Has an increased risk of tipping over.
