Handicap Scooter vs. Wheelchair How to Tell Which One is Right for You
Right now you may be at a point in your life where you need help getting around. You cant move around the house and outside like you used to. And walking in a grocery store to do your shopping is now a monumental task. In these instances, thats where a good electric wheelchair or handicap scooter comes into play. Problem is, which one do you pick? What follows are different points to keep in mind so as to help you make the right decision.
First off, if youre working with a clinician or aid, talk with them about your particular situation and get their feedback. Odds are, theyll be able to tell you decisively whether a scooter or wheelchair is right for you.
The control issue: Keep in mind scooters are steered with a tiller much like a bicycles handlebar. While electric wheelchairs are operated by a programmable joystick. That said, your upper body ability to manipulate a handlebar style control vs. a joystick will go a long way in determining which one you choose.
Posture/Support issue: If the mobility aid user has a posture/spinal support issue then a wheelchair will usually...
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