Power Wheelchair
Power chairs provide mobility to a wide variety of patient
groups. From individuals with temporary injuries to those with
long-term and life-long disabilities, such as ALS, muscular dystrophy
and MS, benefit from using power wheelchairs.
The industry is in the midst of upheaval because of funding cuts
and legislative regulation. The major, recent hits to power mobility
have come with the ongoing tribulation of competitive bidding, as well
as the recently passed healthcare reform legislation: the elimination of
the first-month purchase option; the manufacturer’s excise tax; the rebid
of Round One of competitive bidding, and the expansion of Round
Two competitive bidding program, which covers standard power
mobility (complex rehab fortunately was carved out of the program).
Despite these changes in the business environment, the potential
power chair client base is a demographic whose numbers are growing
at an exceptional rate. Statistically, baby boomers, which constitute
27 percent of the U.S. population, are turning 62 at a rate of
365 people per hour. Their increasing numbers make the standard
power mobility market a very viable segment industry
Graham-Field Health Products, Inc.
Everest & Jennings® Everest Lite
What Clients Will Love: This sporty traveler is ready to go with quick, easy disassmebly
Why It Works:
- Four components weigh less than 35 lbs. each
- Flip-back, adjustable-width arms
- Supported by PGDT™ VR2™ controls
(800)347-5678
Merits Health Products, Inc.
P313 Power Chair
The P313 Compact RWD Powerbase Wheelchair from Merits Health Products features 10-inch drive wheels and alloy rims. The chair offers a low center of gravity for stability and easier transfers. The sturdy captain's seat features an angle-adjustable back and flip-up armrests. A programmable controller with a range of selections suits the needs and demands of different users.
(800) 963-7487
Mid Wheel Power Wheelchair
What Clients Will Love: A non-tip, pressurized foot plate hydraulically adjusts with foot pressure for added stability
Why It Works:
- Suspension system keeps all wheels in contact with the ground
- Tilt adjustable chair folds down
- Designed for easy access to electronic components
(866)623-3782
Golden Technologies
Golden Compass
What Clients Will Love: Blends stability, maneuverability and obstacle-climbing ability
Why It Works:
- Articulating frame design puts all six wheels on the ground at the same time
- Accepts all Golden seats with easy removal and installation
- 24.5 inches wide with 19-inch turning radius
(800) 624-6374
TracAbout
IRV2000
The IRV2000 from Trac About maneuvers mud, snow, sand, carpet and hard surfaces via tracks, not wheels. The product comes equipped with full-track, half-track and a three-point track positioning and is designed with a low center of gravity for maximum stability. Features include a 350-lb. weight capacity, a 10-12 mile range, and various seating and control options, including sip and puff.
Leisure-Lift, Inc.
RF-P4
Leisure-Lift's RF-P4 offers 5 mph speed, a 20-mile range and 9-degree incline stability. The power chair features low geometry with a four-point seat mount to provide control, drivability and traction indoor and out. The RF-P4 has a 21.5-inch turning radius, a narrow 25-inch width and a 400-lb. capacity. RF-P4 offers table access with a 19.5-inch floor-to-seat height and a comfortable admiral seat with fingertip 50-degree recline.
Mid Wheel Power Wheelchair
- Patented suspension system allows ground contact with wheels at all times
- Adjustable, non-tip, pressurized footplate hydraulically adjusts with foot pressure
- Controller arm telescopes horizontally in and out according to user preference
- Available in three stylish finishes with a 300-lb. weight limit
Shoprider Mobility Products
6Runner
The 6Runner series true mid-wheel power chairs from Shoprider Mobility Products feature six points of contact with the ground; a leatherette, 21-inch, high-back, semi-recline executive seat; an adjustable length, height and angle footplate; and an adjustable width, height and flip-up armrest. The 6Runner delivers a 300-lb. weight capacity and the stability of a traditional rear-driven power chair with the maneuverability of modern mid-wheel-driven power chairs.
Heartway USA
P17 Fantasy
An Aluminum-framed power wheelchair for children equipped with a tilting rehab seat and featured with high stiffness, accuracy, and loading capacity linear guideways has seat width options from 12" to 16" and the seat depth is adjustable as well.