Power Wheelchair Options

• 1). Figure out where you will be using your power wheelchair most often. Some power wheelchairs are more suited for outdoor use, while others are better for indoor use. The type you choose will depend on where you plan to use it.
  
  
• 2). Research the difference between mid-wheel and rear-wheel power wheelchairs. Mid-wheel chairs has three sets of wheels, making the turning radius smaller for easy maneuvering. Rear-wheel power chairs, however, tend to be more stable and are better suited for heavier people.
  
  
• 3). Pay close attention to the size of the power wheelchairs you're choosing from. You need to be able to be seated comfortably, but it also needs to fit through the narrowest space you plan to use it in, such as your front door.
  
  
• 4). Look for power wheelchairs that can be disassembled if you plan to transport it in the trunk of a car or store it somewhere in your home.
  
  
• 5). Look at the weight limits for the power wheelchairs you're considering. Each wheelchair will have a different weight limit. For the power function to work properly, your weight needs to come within that limit.
  
  
• 6). Check out the power wheelchair yourself before purchasing it. Make sure that the seat is comfortable and that you can easily reach all of the controls. Controls may vary, so grip the joystick to see if it's located in a comfortable spot on the armrest. Also, make sure that the joystick can make the turns that the power level implies that it can. If you cannot test out the wheelchair before purchasing it, limit your search to options with return policies. However, even if you are buying your wheelchair online, it will benefit you to track down the model at a store that will let you test it before placing the order.