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
PaceSaver
BOSS Equalizer HD Tilt
Heavy-duty seating system offers 60° of tilt action
The BOSS Equalizer HD Tilt is a 600 lb.-
capacity, heavy-duty tilt seating system
with 60° of tilt action when added to a
comparable chair base. Seat dimensions
include width to 32 in. & depth to 24 in.
for optimum tissue allowance. Arms are
height, length, angle and width adjustable. The sculptured back
adjusts in angle, depth and back gap, allowing excessive tissue
space to flow. Available options include power articulating ELRs,
power articulating center column, swing always, and custom size
foot plates.
Quantum Rehab
4Front 2
Power chair incorporates user, ATP, clinician feedback
Quantum Rehab’s new 4Front 2 power
wheelchair was created to implement
feedback received from consumers,
ATPs, clinicians and industry
professionals, and packs in features
such as Quantum’s new Smart Traction
Control (STC). The STC is integrated
into the Q-Logic control system and
features upgraded drive performance
at higher speeds (up to 6.25 miles per
hour) and improved tracking. Other
innovations include four-pole motors
and redesigned caster arms that have
greater durability, reduced weight
and enhanced aesthetics. Quantum’s
backup camera is also an available
option.
Sunrise Medical (US) LLC
QUICKIE Q300 M Mini
Narrow power wheelchair provides 17” turning radius
The new QUICKIE Q300 M Mini is Sunrise
Medical’s narrowest power wheelchair.
Thanks to true mid-wheel drive technology,
the Q300 M Mini turns on the
spot, providing an ultra-small 17” turning
radius (without footplates). With a turning
circle of less than a yard - 33.7” - the Q300
M Mini allows you to turn around in the
smallest of elevators. It’s available with
two seating frames — the simple, adjustable
SEDEO Lite and the highly configurable
SEDEO Pro — which both offer the
C-Me option, enabling seat elevation up
to 12” while traveling up to 3 mph.
Quantum Rehab
Edge 3 Stretto
The hottest new power base from Quantum Rehab, the Edge 3 Stretto gets its name from the Italina Stretto, which means narrow and the base holds up to its name. Featuring an overall width of 20.75 in. with 12.5 in. drive wheels, the Edge 3 Stretto is the narrowest power base in America, according to the company. The Edge 3 Stretto’s narrow width makes it an ideal option for children, teenagers and small adults. It provides outstanding maneuverability in tight spaces and is equipped with independent SRS (Smooth Ride Suspension). Optional iLevel delivers 12 in. of power adjustable seat height at walking speed (up to 3.5 mph). The Edge 3 Stretto comes standard with LED front and rear fender lights and a USB charger.
Pride Mobility Products
Go Chair MED
Compact, portable and perfect for travel, the new Go
Chair MED* is a feature-rich power chair that disassembles
easily in just a few steps. With feather-touch disassembly,
the Go Chair MED provides lightweight travel,
with the heaviest piece at just 36 pounds, and independence
on the go. A large footplate gives consumers the
comfort they need while the convenient storage pocket
keeps their items close at hand. The Go Chair MED
is HCPCS Code: K0821 Group 2 Portable. *Pride FDA
Class II Medical Devices are designed to aid individuals
with mobility impairments.
Sunrise Medical (US) LLC
QUICKIE Q500 H
The new QUICKIE Q500 H power wheelchair brings a
unique “hybrid” blend of rear- and mid-wheel technology.
With the drive wheel closer to the mid-position,
the Q500 H has improved traction and a smaller
turning radius over a traditional rear-wheel drive and
improved outdoor driving over a mid-wheel drive. The
unique and responsive suspension system coupled
with the drive wheel placement allows the Q500 H
to be a highly maneuverable rear-wheel drive power
wheelchairs. Available with the adjustable SEDEO PROT seating system in Group
3 standard and HD, and Group 4 standard duty.
Sunrise Medical (US) LLC
QUICKIE Q700-UP M
Standing wheelchair allows users to stand at up to 77 degrees
Combining its Q700 M mid-wheel drive base and
SEDEO ERGO seating system, Sunrise Medical has
launched its QUICKIE Q700-UP M standing wheelchair.
The chair enables patients to experience the positive
health benefits of standing, including maintenance of
vital organ capacity and the potential to avoid pressure
sores. The Q700 chair comes with Sunrise’s new biomechanical
standing seating system that can stand at up
to 77 degrees. Users can take advantage of up to six
programmable memory positions.
Sunrise Medical (US) LLC
JAY Syncra Seating System for SEDEO Pro
New seating system specifically engineered for tilt and recline
To help wheelchair users avoid body
displacement and increase comfort
while reclining, Sunrise Medical has
launched its new JAY Syncra Seating System for SEDEO Pro seat frames. The
system combines a scalloped back shell
and a cushion with a lowered pelvic wall
and deep femoral troughs to keep the
body in the right position while the chair
is tilted or reclined. Clinicians now have
better options for adapting aftermarket seating to powered seat frames, the
company said.
WHILL
Model Ci
Power wheelchair connects with Bluetooth app to drive remotely, manage speed
Driving across rough terrain is not a problem
for the WHILL Model Ci power wheelchair,
equipped with large wheels and two powerful
motors that make for smoother rides. The
wheelchair is also connected to mobile devices
through Bluetooth app controls that allow the rider to drive remotely, lock and
unlock and manage speed settings from their phone. Users can also quickly
disassemble the chair into three components (seat, front driver base and rear
driver base) that can easily fit into a car trunk. Accessories include smart keys, lap
belts, footrest adapters, and spare batteries.
Merits Health Products, Inc.
Rehab and Pilot
Merits shines spotlight on products, plus two new divisions
In addition to its line of power wheelchairs, scooters,
manual wheelchairs and beds, Merits Health Products
items will showcase its two new divisions, Avid Rehab and Pilot. Avid Rehab is focused on developing high-end
complex rehab products. Pilot is Merits’ home
access division, which is focused on making patients’
homes accessible. Also on display will be recent offerings
from the core brand, such as its single power
option, Group 2 power wheelchair, the Vision Ultra.