Electric wheelchairs are a great way to get around if you don’t have the ability or desire to operate a manual wheelchair or an ever-present companion to push you wherever you’re trying to go. One of the advantages of electric wheelchairs is that they corner, back up, and brake well, making it easier for you to get around when you’re tired, feeling uncoordinated or carrying something in your arms.

Electric wheelchairs generally work on battery power during the day and must be charged up each night when not in use. If you are going to be storing an electric wheelchairs for an extended period of time, it is generally best to charge the battery every two weeks in order to extend the life of the battery.

Wheelchair batteries are important to the life of the electric wheelchairs. Well-maintained a battery should last for up to two years. It is important to read the battery-charging instructions that come with your electric wheelchairs, and only use the charger that comes with the chair, as there are many different types of electric wheelchair batteries and using the right ones is important.

Power Wheelchair Resources

• Power Wheelchairs – Emerald Medical Service – Electric wheelchairs, also known as power wheel chairs can help you get from point A to point B on your own with complete independence.
• Foldable Motorized Wheelchairs – Emerald Medical Service – If you want a compact option for transporting in your car, but also an electric chair that will provide indpendence, take a look at these foldable motorized wheelchairs.
• Power Scooters – A great way to get around for those with limited mobility.

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