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Lightweight wheelchairs
Everyday Lightweights. These are the most commonly used everyday by active chair users. Weight of these range from a low of 12 pounds (5.5kg) to a high of 45 pounds (20kg) (including wheels), depending upon the type of material used for the frame and the configuration of the chair. Some frames alone now weigh as little as under five pounds. Sports Lightweights. Most serious athletes have chairs that they use specifically for sports, and separate chairs to use for everyday mobility. Chairs designed specifically for road racing, for example, have only three wheels, with the front wheel extended out from the body to allow for maximum use of aerodynamics. Sports chairs designed for use by tennis players, basketball players, and other athletes, however, have become the everyday choice for many non-athletic wheelchair users who simply prefer the sportier look and comparatively low weight of a sports chair. Weight of these range from a low of 14 pounds (6.4kg) to a high of 25 pounds (11.4kg)
Standard Chairs
Standard/everyday chair styles have a folding cross brace frame of steel, with footrests that can be moved out of the way for ease of access. They may have fixed or detachable armrests and mid- to high-level back. Push handles allow a caregiver or other non-occupant to propel the chair. Frequently these chairs are also available with a variety of standard and optional features and custom modifications.
Specialty Chairs
Because the needs of wheelchair users vary so much, designs continue to develop to accommodate many different lifestyles and user needs. Some of the more common designs cater for people who have had their lower limbs amputated thereby requiring the designer to take into account the different centre of gravity that presents. Other users, due to a stroke, may have use of only one arm and require a chair that can be propelled with just one arm.
Specialty chairs also cater for those whose size is outside the normal range.
Then there are the needs of sports participants; just like footwear, these machines are designed to match the very demanding requirements of each sport.
Nursing Home/Institutional types
Many people in care require considerable assistance with mobility. Models designed for institutional use are generally much less expensive than chairs for active users. They can be very similar in design to the standard/everyday wheelchair. They are designed for moving patients within the care facility but not for prolonged sitting.
Child/Junior Chairs
A child chair will need to changed or replaced from time to time. This can be very costly because insurance providers and others may place limitations on the frequency of chair replacement, purchasing a new chair each year can be financially prohibitive, if not impossible. Growth chairs or chairs with growth kits offer an alternative by allowing adjustments to be made in the existing chair to accommodate a growing child. Some manufacturers are now responding to the needs of children by manufacturing chairs that fit more easily into the child’s environment and social situations. They do this by streamlining the appearance and enhancing the range of upholstery and frame colours.
Wheelchair Gloves
A friend tells me that she finds wheelchair gloves are fantastic for sailing. She finds the grip they give is excellent for pulling ropes. If you would like to view available gloves click on the image below to see the excellent range that the Active Mobility Centre has to offer
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