Rigid Wheelchairs are wheelchairs that do not fold but are generally smaller, stronger and even more lightweight than folding ones. Some are made from Titanium and weigh less than half the weight of some folding ones. The footrests on these chairs have been replaced by a single footboard and these chairs are generally used by people who require the use of a wheelchair for prolonged periods.

Folding frame wheelchairs are conventional wheelchairs, constructed with an X-shaped brace at the centre that allows the frame to fold sideways. Folding an X-Frame wheelchair is easy, although the stainless steel models can be bulky and heavy. However, there are several models available that are made from aluminium, which is considerably lighter to lift.

Transit Wheelchairs, which require someone to push, now come with swing-away, detachable footrests, detachable armrests, and half-folding backrests that reduce the overall size and weight for transportation. Some models also have attendant operated brakes for greater attendant control.

Self-Propelled models feature all the characteristics of other wheelchair types, except the attendant operated brakes but have the additional feature of quick release wheels to further reduce the size and weight.

Specialist Wheelchairs known as Prescription Chairs which can be tailored to suit the needs of individual clients, especially those that need a variety of accessories to alleviate the complexities of their condition. These accessories include elevating leg rests for people with limited or no knee flexion and a variety of head and body supports for those with balance difficulties. For these type of chairs Cumbria Mobility will carry out a detailed, no obligation assessment to determine the most suitable chair for each individual client and in the most extreme cases we can liaise with qualified Physiotherapists or Occupational Therapists to ensure the client receives the correct equipment.

TGA Wheelchairs & Walkers
Elite Attendant	Elite Self Propelled	Elite & Power Pack Combo
For product details visit the TGA web site
Active Walker
For product details visit the TGA web site

 

Sunrise Wheelchairs
Zippie Simba manual	Zippie RSX Kids manual	Zippie Argon Rigid
Quickie RXS folding	Quickie Argon rigid	Quickie Iris positioning
Quickie Salsa powered chair	Quickie Shark Handcycle	Breezy® 315 Self Propelling
For product details visit the Sunrise web site

 

Remploy Wheelchairs
Access manual rigid range	Avanti short term transport	Dash Lite - lightweight manual
Dash 4Life aluminium adaptable chair	Optimo comfort and adaptable chair	Tilt in Space highly adaptable quality chair
8 & 9 TR - 8 is Self propelled affordable chair	AP & SP100 Budget versions of 8TR but same quality
For product details visit the Remploy web site

Roma Wheelchairs
Junior/Paediatric wheelchairs 2 models - standard and lightweight	Lightweight wheelchairs 6 models - from lightweight to standard and self propelled	Deluxe wheelchairs 2 models self propelled and transit
Heavy Duty wheelchairs 6 models from self propelled to transit	Standard car transit wheelchairs 6 models	Standard self propel wheelchairs 6 models - from self propelled to transit
For product details visit the Roma Medical web site

Free no obligation advice or home assessment Phone 01228 538383