Things To Think About Before Purchasing an Electric Mobility Scooter
Following are some helpful questions they might ask before deciding.
1. Outdoors or indoors? If the primary use will be outdoors, one should be looking at a more solid model to deal with the rougher terrain. They will also be looking for those models offering greater speed and stability.
The concern for the indoor models will primarily be their maneuverability and turning capacity so a more compact type might be the best choice.
2. Dealing with steep hills and navigating curbs? If either of these issues are there for consideration, one should be looking for extra power. In most instances it will be a four wheel version that will best provide this.
3. Driving on roads? If this is the case, one must be aware of all local requirements in their community. In most cases the scooter must travel at least 8 mph and also be equipped with taillights and headlights.
4. Home restrictions? One must be aware of the width of all doors and gates and whether or not there will be stairs involved as well.
5. Comfort. Consideration of leg room required and any other support issues must be thought of prior to any final decision. One item that always seems to work well and is a popular choice is a seat that swivels.
6. Will it require to be transported? If a person travels often they will want to look for a model that either folds easily or can be quickly disassembled without the use of a lot of tools.
Mobility Scooters For Sale
There are many companies online that sell these types of products. As always, search around for the best prices on the particular models you are interested. Make sure to read any fine print for hidden costs. If you can’t afford a new one consider looking as used mobility scooters to save some money.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Electric Mobility Scooters
Electric Mobility Scooters
The good news for these people today however is the availability of mobility scooters which can truly help restore their freedom and ability to truly enjoy their lives again.
Definition Of One
Basically, a mobility scooter is a custom designed vehicle that affords an individual and some of their personal belongings the ability to move freely on it’s single seat.
These vehicles are equipped to work both outdoors and indoors. They do bear some similarities to motorized wheelchairs but one of the primary differences is that the person involved sits straight up in the middle of the scooter and steers it using handlebars.
Battery Powered
In almost all cases, the mobility scooter is powered by battery.
This makes it a simple process to recharge them usually by simply plugging them into a standard electric outlet.
Mobility Scooter Types
Typical electric mobility scooter.
There are a number of different types of electric mobility scooters available that are designed to be used in various situations.
Three Wheel Model
There is the three wheeled model mobility scooter featuring two wheels in the rear and one in the front.
These are designed so that the turning radius is a very small one. This type works so well in the home and other areas where the quarters are fairly tight to negotiate.
Because these models have only the one front wheel, the weight of the mobility scooter is not perfectly distributed between the rear and the front of it.
This causes a slight reduction in the stability they offer and in addition also affects the total amount of weight they will be able to comfortably support.
It should be noted that the reduced stability is not a major issue but it is true this type will be a bit more difficult dealing with outdoor terrain that is a bit rougher and harsher.
Four Wheel Model
On the four wheel mobility scooter model, because their is an even distribution of weight from rear to front, the base is even a more stable one. Of course this allows them to support greater weight and also makes them the preferred choice for outdoor use.
Heavy Duty
Heavy duty scooters designed primarily for outdoor use will usually be the four wheel model style.
There are however three wheel models with improved suspensions that can also meet these needs.
It should be noted that the four wheel model is slightly heavier than the three wheel type and has a radius turn that is larger. This can make the ability to move well in quarters which are tight a bit more demanding.
It is very important that the person considering which type scooter to purchase that will be best for them take the time and put in the effort to gather all information possible prior to making their final choice.
The good news for these people today however is the availability of mobility scooters which can truly help restore their freedom and ability to truly enjoy their lives again.
Definition Of One
Basically, a mobility scooter is a custom designed vehicle that affords an individual and some of their personal belongings the ability to move freely on it’s single seat.
These vehicles are equipped to work both outdoors and indoors. They do bear some similarities to motorized wheelchairs but one of the primary differences is that the person involved sits straight up in the middle of the scooter and steers it using handlebars.
Battery Powered
In almost all cases, the mobility scooter is powered by battery.
This makes it a simple process to recharge them usually by simply plugging them into a standard electric outlet.
Mobility Scooter Types
Typical electric mobility scooter.
There are a number of different types of electric mobility scooters available that are designed to be used in various situations.
Three Wheel Model
There is the three wheeled model mobility scooter featuring two wheels in the rear and one in the front.
These are designed so that the turning radius is a very small one. This type works so well in the home and other areas where the quarters are fairly tight to negotiate.
Because these models have only the one front wheel, the weight of the mobility scooter is not perfectly distributed between the rear and the front of it.
This causes a slight reduction in the stability they offer and in addition also affects the total amount of weight they will be able to comfortably support.
It should be noted that the reduced stability is not a major issue but it is true this type will be a bit more difficult dealing with outdoor terrain that is a bit rougher and harsher.
Four Wheel Model
On the four wheel mobility scooter model, because their is an even distribution of weight from rear to front, the base is even a more stable one. Of course this allows them to support greater weight and also makes them the preferred choice for outdoor use.
Heavy Duty
Heavy duty scooters designed primarily for outdoor use will usually be the four wheel model style.
There are however three wheel models with improved suspensions that can also meet these needs.
It should be noted that the four wheel model is slightly heavier than the three wheel type and has a radius turn that is larger. This can make the ability to move well in quarters which are tight a bit more demanding.
It is very important that the person considering which type scooter to purchase that will be best for them take the time and put in the effort to gather all information possible prior to making their final choice.
Professor X’s Steampunk Wheelchair
Professor X’s Steampunk Wheelchair
http://blog.amsvans.com/3533-professor-xs-steampunk-wheelchair/
posted on Jun 06 by Amelia in the Disability News, Fun, Technology, Wheelchair Technology category
Professor Charles Xavier, the brain and leader behind the popular X-Men comic book heroes, had a wheelchair that didn’t do very much when it was first conceived, but later became a hovering, futuristic device. Daniel Valdez took that a step further by imagining what Professor X’s wheelchair would look like in a steampunk universe, and he made that idea a reality.
Steampunk is a sub-genre of science fiction and speculative fiction, frequently featuring elements of fantasy that came into prominence in the 1980s and early 1990s. The term denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still widely used — usually the 19th century, and often Victorian era England — but with prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells, or real technological developments like the computer occurring at an earlier date.
Valdez says he views his Professor Xavier’s Steampunk Wheelchair as an art project inspired by the idea of Professor X’s character, because he is “mysterious, comforting and interacts with his followers in a distinct way.” His creation has been featured in numerous magazines and websites for its innovative design and concept. While these features tend to focus on the on-board control panel itself, rather than the exquisite brass detailing on the corners of the control box or the beautiful metal work over the front tires, it goes without saying that this wheelchair is nothing short of amazing.
To create a steampunk version of Professor X’s wheelchair, Valdez took a late 19th-century rocking chair, reupholstered it in crushed red velvet, and attached it to a a typical four-wheel, power wheelchair base. Every detail was modified and decorated with objects such as pistons from a 1930s ironworks. The front wheels are covered in wicker to complement the Victorian style of the chair and control panel, which was modeled after the movies The Time Machine and Wild Wild West, and made from beautifully varnished wood with brass, antique-style levers to control the steering, speed, battery, ignition, volume, and pumps.
A custom audio system was put into the chair, including speakers and a sub-woofer that emit different sounds depending on whether the chair is starting, idling, turning, braking, and so forth. There is also a multicolor battery indicator and a working smokestack, complete with crown shaped topper on a pipe coming out of the back, giving the illusion that the chair is steam-powered. Additionally, no steampunk vehicle would be complete without a drink dispensary filled with a vodka-cranberry mix encased in four bubbling tubes, keeping the alcoholic concoction perfectly mixed, and attached to the back of the wheelchair with an accessible tap at the front, with an ice tank to keep it cold.
Valdez is often asked if he needs the wheelchair to get around, and the answer is no. “I get asked that a lot by many people and I hope that fact doesn’t offend anyone. I’m fascinated by motorized wheelchairs, always have been,” explains Valdez. “Whenever I’ve shown this, I’ve perked the interest of many people who do need a wheelchair, and I hope it has inspired them to seek out modifications of their own to individualize themselves.”
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http://blog.amsvans.com/3533-professor-xs-steampunk-wheelchair/
posted on Jun 06 by Amelia in the Disability News, Fun, Technology, Wheelchair Technology category
Professor Charles Xavier, the brain and leader behind the popular X-Men comic book heroes, had a wheelchair that didn’t do very much when it was first conceived, but later became a hovering, futuristic device. Daniel Valdez took that a step further by imagining what Professor X’s wheelchair would look like in a steampunk universe, and he made that idea a reality.
Steampunk is a sub-genre of science fiction and speculative fiction, frequently featuring elements of fantasy that came into prominence in the 1980s and early 1990s. The term denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still widely used — usually the 19th century, and often Victorian era England — but with prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells, or real technological developments like the computer occurring at an earlier date.
Valdez says he views his Professor Xavier’s Steampunk Wheelchair as an art project inspired by the idea of Professor X’s character, because he is “mysterious, comforting and interacts with his followers in a distinct way.” His creation has been featured in numerous magazines and websites for its innovative design and concept. While these features tend to focus on the on-board control panel itself, rather than the exquisite brass detailing on the corners of the control box or the beautiful metal work over the front tires, it goes without saying that this wheelchair is nothing short of amazing.
To create a steampunk version of Professor X’s wheelchair, Valdez took a late 19th-century rocking chair, reupholstered it in crushed red velvet, and attached it to a a typical four-wheel, power wheelchair base. Every detail was modified and decorated with objects such as pistons from a 1930s ironworks. The front wheels are covered in wicker to complement the Victorian style of the chair and control panel, which was modeled after the movies The Time Machine and Wild Wild West, and made from beautifully varnished wood with brass, antique-style levers to control the steering, speed, battery, ignition, volume, and pumps.
A custom audio system was put into the chair, including speakers and a sub-woofer that emit different sounds depending on whether the chair is starting, idling, turning, braking, and so forth. There is also a multicolor battery indicator and a working smokestack, complete with crown shaped topper on a pipe coming out of the back, giving the illusion that the chair is steam-powered. Additionally, no steampunk vehicle would be complete without a drink dispensary filled with a vodka-cranberry mix encased in four bubbling tubes, keeping the alcoholic concoction perfectly mixed, and attached to the back of the wheelchair with an accessible tap at the front, with an ice tank to keep it cold.
Valdez is often asked if he needs the wheelchair to get around, and the answer is no. “I get asked that a lot by many people and I hope that fact doesn’t offend anyone. I’m fascinated by motorized wheelchairs, always have been,” explains Valdez. “Whenever I’ve shown this, I’ve perked the interest of many people who do need a wheelchair, and I hope it has inspired them to seek out modifications of their own to individualize themselves.”
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011
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Frontline Mobility carries a full selection of patient lifts, both manual and battery-powered. We also offer a comprehensive variety of slings, although we only show the most basic and popular slings on our website. If your patient sling needs are more specific, please give us a call at 1-877-655-1181 for help selecting the best sling to meet your needs.
Manual Patient Lifts - These lifts are manual and completely operated by the caregiver. They have hydraulic assists, lessening the weight that the caregiver has to move. These lifts are appropriate when cost is a significant factor, the situation doesn't allow easy access to a power source, or if the patient lift is used for transferring the patient from one room to another.
Power Patient Lifts - These patient lifts are powered either through a standard electrical outlet or by a re-chargeable battery. The lifting is completely controlled through a hand control, eliminating any physical exertion by the caregiver. Power patient lifts also allow the patient to operate some functions independently, as well. All of these models have manual back-up in case of power failure.
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The two most common types of wheelchairs are manual and power wheelchairs. Manual wheelchairs are significantly lighter and are moved by the user either pushing the wheels manually with their hands or with the aid from another pushing the wheelchair. Most of these wheelchairs are foldable for easy transport into a vehicle. Power Chairs are for people requiring more help. They move with a joystick. Power wheelchairs are motorized by a battery that will have to be charged every couple of days.
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There are numerous kinds of wheelchairs. Some wheelchairs have seats that rise, recline or even tilt upward. There are also wheelchairs that are used for special circumstances such as shower wheelchairs, beach wheelchairs and wheelchairs designed for specific sports.
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You can more easily self pay or insurance might cover a fraction of the cost. For a manual wheelchair, your doctor must state that the proposed user requires the wheelchair for use inside the home and outside the home. For power chairs, the doctor must state that the proposed user does not have the upper body strength it takes to utilize a manual wheelchair and requires a wheelchair for daily life. This procedure does not move quickly. It will take weeks or sometimes even months before the client receives the wheelchair. In the majority of cases, Medicare or private health insurance will pay 50 percent to 80 percent of the cost of the wheelchair.
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Nearly all disabled young children utilize a manual wheelchair until it is thought that they can correctly and responsibly manage a power chair. Nearly all insurance companies will not supply a new wheelchair until at the very least five years pass since the previous one was purchased.
Cost
According to online resources, a manual wheelchair’s cost from $500 to upwards of $5,000, with a typical cost of about $2,000 to $3,000. The cost of a power wheelchair generally runs from $1,600 to $7,500, though the cost can be significantly greater with each additional custom feature. There are several various types of chairs that come in a variety of colors and designs to match each individual’s personality.
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Types
The two most common types of wheelchairs are manual and power wheelchairs. Manual wheelchairs are significantly lighter and are moved by the user either pushing the wheels manually with their hands or with the aid from another pushing the wheelchair. Most of these wheelchairs are foldable for easy transport into a vehicle. Power Chairs are for people requiring more help. They move with a joystick. Power wheelchairs are motorized by a battery that will have to be charged every couple of days.
Categories
There are numerous kinds of wheelchairs. Some wheelchairs have seats that rise, recline or even tilt upward. There are also wheelchairs that are used for special circumstances such as shower wheelchairs, beach wheelchairs and wheelchairs designed for specific sports.
Purchasing
You can more easily self pay or insurance might cover a fraction of the cost. For a manual wheelchair, your doctor must state that the proposed user requires the wheelchair for use inside the home and outside the home. For power chairs, the doctor must state that the proposed user does not have the upper body strength it takes to utilize a manual wheelchair and requires a wheelchair for daily life. This procedure does not move quickly. It will take weeks or sometimes even months before the client receives the wheelchair. In the majority of cases, Medicare or private health insurance will pay 50 percent to 80 percent of the cost of the wheelchair.
Children
Nearly all disabled young children utilize a manual wheelchair until it is thought that they can correctly and responsibly manage a power chair. Nearly all insurance companies will not supply a new wheelchair until at the very least five years pass since the previous one was purchased.
Cost
According to online resources, a manual wheelchair’s cost from $500 to upwards of $5,000, with a typical cost of about $2,000 to $3,000. The cost of a power wheelchair generally runs from $1,600 to $7,500, though the cost can be significantly greater with each additional custom feature. There are several various types of chairs that come in a variety of colors and designs to match each individual’s personality.
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