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A transport wheelchair can benefit you if you are struggling with walking and need an additional support. However, purchasing can be a daunting task since there are a lot of options available for you. This guide will help you in deciding and determining the most suitable option for you, how to find the best one that meets your specific requirements.
Here we have some frequently asked questions from our customers,
What is a Transport Wheelchair?
Transport wheelchair is the mobility aid that supports your full body weight and majorly relives pain and prevent injury. It is a more lightweight wheelchair with more portable option and needs a companion or attendant to propel. They are especially designed for travelling short distances likes vacations, short trips, outings since they are not a primary means of mobility.
Who will be benefitted from transport wheelchair?
To determine if transport wheelchair can benefit you, first of all you should consider how often you will be requiring full body support. If you can walk with a walker or a rollator comfortably, but require assistance in walking long distances, or get tired easily, a transport wheelchair can be beneficial for you.
Since transport wheelchair need a companion to propel, it cannot be a good option for the people who need full body support from someone. They can be used in addition some other wheelchair and can act as an alternative because it is easy to fold and lift while travelling.
In short, transport wheelchair can benefit those who-
• Cannot propel themselves
• Have faces difficulty in walking
• Gets tired easily and are not able to walk long distances
• Wants a temporary wheelchair for travelling
Difference between, Transport chair and a Wheelchair
- Transport Chair Standard Wheelchair
- Cannot be self propelled Self-propelled
- Lightweight Heavier and bulkier
- Less expensive Can be more expensive
- Can be used for short distances Can be used for daily use
Factors to consider while purchasing a transport chair
Now that you have already decided to buy a transport wheelchair, there are some factors to be considered while looking for the best transport chair option available for you.
1. SIZE– Finding the right size wheelchair is the utmost important to help you fit in. To find the best size, first, measure you back width while sitting on a flat surface. Add an inch or more to ensure a comfortable seating. This will eventually help you to have a good idea about the seat width to look for.
Secondly, measure the narrowest passageway which you will be using for your transport chair. You will want a chair that is at least an inch or more less than the passageway so that you can easily move through the passageway.
Transport chair generally comes 2 different back height variations-
- Narrow (16’’ to 17’’wide seat)
- Medium (18’’ to 19’’ wide seat)
2. Weight Capacity– It is also a very important factor to be considered before making a purchase. The weight capacity of the chair will totally depend on the size of the chair. You should always check the product weight capacity before purchasing that will ensure your travel safely.
3. Ability to disassemble the chair- Sometimes the best way to transport a wheelchair is to disassemble apart. Wheelchairs that can be easily disassembled are most preferred ones while travelling. Sometimes the wheelchair will have the ability to folds itself which can be helpful in storing it.
4. Price– Sometimes the price of the wheelchair can boil down your budget. Inexpensive transport wheelchairs can be appealing especially when the same is not going to be your main ride. In such cases, Cura360 has a wide selection of wheelchairs that will not hurt your budget and can be a great deal for your buck. We have the lowest price wheelchairs in the market from the most preferred brands like- Compass, Drive Medical, Dynarex, Invacare, Karman, Strongback and many more.
5. Frequency to use- This is also a crucial factor to focus on while purchasing a wheelchair. If you are going to use a wheelchair daily, then you can go for an expensive one too. A good reason to support this is, buying an expensive wheelchair can act as your investment and using it daily can give you a better worth for an expensive investment.
- You can choose an option for customisation of features that can help you getting more comfort.
- Other features to consider while buying a transport wheelchair
In the above section we talker about the major and the 5 crucial factors to consider while buying this mobility aid. Besides these, there are some other factors also that needs to be looked forward.
• Removable arm and leg rests
• Fold-down back
• Customised seat cushions
• Weight
• Number of wheels
• Product Weight
• Maximum User weight
These are some additional qualities or additional factors that needs to be browsed while making an investment.
Renting Vs Buying
Once you have chosen the right transport chair for you, now is the time to decide whether you want to buy or rent a transport chair.
Renting is a popular option amongst the people who wishes to buy it for a shot period of time. If you are willing to buy and use if rarely, or on special event, or you are recovering from any injury, it is highly recommended that you should go renting a transport wheelchair. Buying a transport wheelchair that has to be used rarely will not be a good investment for you.
Renting can also benefit you if you are recovering from any injury and need it for a short span of time, or if are unsure about which chair to buy, you can try different options, different sizes that best suits you.
However, rental costs can add up and become more expensive. If you will need a wheelchair for an extended period, then you must opt for buying the wheelchair wisely. This way you can own one and sell it anytime you wish to and get your money back.
Here are the Top-Selling Transport Wheelchairs at Cura360
1. Compass Transport Wheelchair Steel 19″ Silver Vein
2. Drive Basic Transport Chair 17″ or 19″ Black
3. Drive Transport Chair Aluminum 17″ or 19″ Red
4. Drive Medical Travelite Chair in a Bag Transport Wheelchair
5. Karman Lightweight Transport Folding Manual Wheelchair with Removable Footrest
