Medium Active Wheelchairs

Medium active wheelchairs are lighter weight, suiting a more active user lifestyle. These chairs are semi-prescriptive, and configurable to suit the body and posture of the user. Self propelled wheelchairs allow you to propel the wheelchair independently, by gripping the wheel area and pushing in the direction you wish to go. For users who possess a good amount of upper body strength, or are only limited in mobility from the waist down, a manual wheelchair can be a great choice. A manual wheelchair can help the user retain upper body muscle strength and allow you to play an active role in your mobility.

There are also attendant propelled models available. These have handles and brakes for the attendant who will be pushing the wheelchair for you. For wheelchair users who require an attendant to push their wheelchair 100-percent of the time, then it is not necessary to have large wheels that the user can reach, and smaller rear wheels will suffice.

We supply a wide range of medium-active manual wheelchairs including; TGA Strongback, Invacare Action 3, Invacare Action 5, Karma Ergo 115, Karma Ergo 125 and many more.

Wheelchair Seating and Postural Positioning

Seating positioning is a crucial part of selecting a wheelchair, both for comfort and support. The key to stability is a neutral pelvic position. This needs to be taken into account when fitting the seat positioning of a wheelchair. In a sitting position, the natural curves of the back and neck should be supported; and the shoulders, pelvis and knees should ideally be level. This does however depend on the individual needs of the user, and whether they have postural control – the ability to control their body position. The seat position also needs to sit over the wheelchair’s centre of gravity – just in front of the wheelchair’s rear wheels.

Wheelchair Healthcare Advice

If you think you could benefit from a wheelchair all or most of the time, ask a GP, physiotherapist or occupational therapist to refer you to your local wheelchair service for an assessment. They’ll advise if you need a wheelchair and if so, what type. It is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional to assist in the decision making process.

There are a number of factors to consider including your body type, skin condition, posture and strength. If you have a health condition that is likely to progress with time, it’s a good idea to take account of your possible future needs when choosing a wheelchair, too.

Trade-In Scheme

If you have an old or unused mobility scooter or wheelchair, we can help with our trade-in scheme. Where we’re not able to resell scooters, we will ensure that the key components including batteries are recycled, in a push to help mitigate our environmental impact.

Guide to Choosing the Right Wheelchair For You

It is important to understand what type of wheelchair will best fit your needs. To help you make up your mind, read our guide on choosing the right wheelchair for you here, before purchasing your wheelchair.