Standard Lightweight Wheelchairs

Standard lightweight wheelchairs are for occasional use, available in both user propelled, and attendant propelled options. Standard wheelchairs offer relatively basic seating, but have durable frames and offer long-lasting support. We offer a wide selection of brands and styles in both mono-frame and dual-frame options of standard wheelchairs.

We supply a wide range of standard lightweight wheelchairs including One Rehab Sonic SP Self Propelled, One Rehab Sonic T Transit, Karma Robin, Karma Wren 2, Karma Ergolite, Karma Ergolite 2 SP Self Propelled, Karma Ergolite 2 T Transit, Dash Rehab Dash Express T Transit, Invacare Action 2 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.

Wheelchair 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.