Manual Wheelchairs

There are many choices of manual wheelchairs available offered by a multitude of top manufacturers.  It’s important to understand what your needs are before choosing which manual wheelchair is the best fit for you.

If you are trying to decide between a manual wheelchair and an electric wheelchair, here are a few advantages for a manual wheelchair:

- Manual wheelchairs are lightweight
- Unlimited range
- Easier to transport via vehicle or other means
- Easier to maneuver in tight spaces
- Allow for more physical activity or sports
- Typically less expensive

Below are several of the top categories of Manual Wheelchairs:

Transport Chairs are targeted toward short trips such as transporting someone around the house, inside physical therapy offices, or anywhere with limited space to maneuver. Because transport chairs have 4 small wheels they require another individual to push the user.

Standard wheelchairs are your standard self-propelled option with two large wheels in the back and have smaller wheels in the front.  Most standard wheelchairs fold easy for easy transport and storage. This type of chair generally ways between 35 and 45 lbs.

As the name implies, this option is lighter in weight than the standard models and are often preferred by individuals that spend more time in their wheelchairs.  The lighter weight, typically under 35 lbs, helps with mobility and transport and often has more custom options with manufacturers.

Ultra Lightweight Manual Wheelchairs

Ultra lightweight wheelchairs are the most high-performance, technically advanced, and easy to maneuver wheelchairs on the market.  You can find this option with either a folding frame for easy transport, or rigid frame for a more custom fit. Some frames weight as little as 15lbs.

Sport Manual Wheelchairs

Sport Wheelchairs are specifically designed for various sports and activities.  Particular activities have custom sport wheelchairs designed for the unique demands of that particular sport. Because of their focus on function, they are also typically lightweight, easy to propel and easy to maneuver.