Today I went to see about a new wheelchair. I've been thinking about it for a few days trying to make sure I knew all the important things to consider when picking the right chair. Here's a hint... start making a list weeks before. There are so many things to consider when changing chairs, you don't want to realize once you've got the new one that it's all wrong. One little mistake can ruin it.
Just a few things to remember; is it heavier than your current chair (more weight to push around), the size is important (fitting in your home, your car, turning radius), back support height and type, folding or non-folding, foot support (will it change how you transfer), front wheel type (rubber or pneumatic) and side guards (dirt and moisture protection between wheel and your hips). By thinking about it way ahead, you can watch for things in your everyday life that may be impacted by a change in your chair.
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