Mobility Scooters

Generally mobility scooters are suitable for the disabled and the elderly who wish to regain some of their “able bodied” independence.

Mobility scooters are a great way to maintain or regain independence and they give their owner the ability to visit shops, friends and family without outside support.

Mobility scooters can be three or four wheeled electrically powered carriages and in their modern forms they provide a great method of transportation for people with physical impairments or limitations.

Four wheel mobility scooters are designed for maximum stability and are built primarily for outdoor use. The medium sized mobility scooters are for use on pavements only (not roads), and they can offer a solution for people of all sizes as they will carry a disabled person of up to 350 pounds in weight.

Today mobility scooters are available in a wide range of models including small fold-away travel scooters and heavy-duty bariatric models. There is also a high level of specification selection on many mobility scooters including seat coverings, swivel angles and directions, additional padding, lumbar supports, and powered height adjustments.

Control and independence

Mobility scooters are typically controlled (driven) by “finger adjustable” tillers that offer forward and reverse movement along with variable speed control. Most scooters are available in a range of sizes, prices and configurations enabling a purchaser to choose according to their own unique needs.

With up to a 25 mile range on a single charge, mobility scooters are ideal for journeys of all durations and not just within a mile or so of the home. Generally, mobility scooters are best for people with milder mobility problems, perhaps related to age. They are great for out of home activities and they can be fun to use.

A mobility scooter will allow its owner to go shopping (and carry the shopping in the scooter basket), and they can even be used to walk your dog.

Mobility scooters can be a big investment so it is important to choose the right one. Mobility scooters are generally less affordable than powered wheelchairs, and often harder to obtain from insurers or health care agencies.

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