Lightweight wheelchairs can make traveling and getting around a lot easier for a disabled person and their loved ones. Travel wheelchairs are designed to be easy to use, lock into folding position to fit into a smaller trunk, and can handle rough terrain such as grass or gravel. While an ultra light wheelchair sounds like a dream for a lot of disabled persons, it may not be the best fit for some. It is important for a consumer to know whether he or she will be comfortable using travel wheelchairs before looking into purchasing a model.
Many travel wheelchairs are manual wheelchairs. They may have a weight capacity that they can handle which a consumer should research before thinking of purchasing a specific model. There are also lightweight wheelchairs which have a light battery and are powered. These ultra light wheelchairs do not have a full sized battery like most power wheelchairs but are still able to provide assistance without a person having to manually gain momentum. Travel wheelchairs that are motorized are also known to be extremely easy to maneuver in tight situations.
They are smaller in size and can usually only hold a person up to 250 pounds in weight. Most lightweight wheelchairs are folding wheelchairs or can be broken down into pieces for transport. Although some of the travel wheelchairs that have batteries may be heavier than manual ultra light wheelchairs, they are still light enough in weight to be lifted into the trunk of a car for transport. Since the battery is smaller in size than an average powered wheelchair, travel wheelchairs that are motorized can generally only make it about 12 miles before the battery needs to be charged.
Ultra light travel wheelchairs can be a great purchase for a disabled or elderly person. They make transportation much easier and can be used in many different situations, no matter how small or tight the turns may be. Lightweight wheelchairs can make a person feel more independent and free because he or she can generally use the device without help from others. The user can also usually experience new situations and destinations because traveling is made much easier with the help of a folding wheelchair.
Many travel wheelchairs are much cheaper in price than full sized wheelchairs. A consumer should keep in mind that this is because these chairs are not meant for everyday, all day use. The chairs are great for excursions or shopping but the smaller seat and lighter stature may not be comfortable for a disabled person who will be in the chair all day long.
If travel wheelchairs with batteries are purchased, a consumer should also keep in mind that the battery is smaller and less functional than a full sized battery. It may not last as long or have as much power as an average sized wheelchair's battery would. There are many types of travel wheelchairs and the consumer should decide where and how often he or she will be using the wheelchair before deciding which one to purchase.
