Wheelchair and Scooter Parts and Accessories
Author: Disabled World (DW)
Updated/Revised Date: 25 Feb 2025
Contents: Synopsis - Introduction - Main - Publications - Subtopics
Synopsis: Information on available accessories and parts for manual or electric power wheelchairs and scooters.
While wheelchair ramps and lifts are available in a wide variety, there are other kinds of wheelchair accessories to help you customize your wheelchair to your personal needs. They include such items as wheelchair restraints, used to secure your chair while you are traveling in a vehicle; wheelchair mounts to accommodate your laptop or other items; adjustable controls which can be either hand or voice-activated; and wheelchair locks or covers.
Introduction
Today, for the mobility impaired, there are hundreds of Wheelchair and Scooter accessories that will fit your lifestyle and budget perfectly. Whether you are using a sports electric power wheelchair, or manual chair, you will be amazed at the considerable variety of add-ons available to enhance the look and usefulness of your mobility aid. Many wheelchair accessories give your wheelchair a touch of personality.
Main Content
Various optional accessories for your chair include anti-tip bars or wheels, safety belts, adjustable backrests, tilt and recline features, extra support for limbs or neck, mounts or carrying devices for crutches, walkers or oxygen tanks, drink holders, clothing protectors, and many others.
Tote Bag: One of the first wheelchair accessory you may want to consider is a small tote attached to the side of the chair. You can put magazines and books in it, so they are always close at hand. A holder for glasses or bottles would be a valuable addition as well, so you do not need to go to the kitchen every time you feel thirsty.
Cane Holder: People with limited mobility can attach a cane holder to a wheelchair or power scooter, allowing them to easily carry their cane with them wherever they go, easily get in and out of the wheelchair, and access areas that wheelchairs cannot.
Seat Cushion: A good wheelchair seat cushion for your chair is too important to be considered a luxury item, and you should find one that fits your requirements exactly. A good cushion can save you not only from pressure sores, but also from the incorrect posture that can generate a variety of back and neck problems. If you have a neuromuscular disease, respiration, circulation and swallowing are also concerns that need to be addressed by correct posture, which means being supported by a good cushion.
Wheelchair Umbrella: By getting a wheelchair umbrella, you no longer have to worry about being cooped up in the house due to the weather. When shopping for a wheelchair umbrella, be sure to get one that opens up to 40 inches (1.02 m) in diameter, so it will provide adequate protection for sun use. Wheelchair umbrellas are not expensive at all, especially when compared to the benefits they provide.
Other Accessories
While wheelchair ramps and lifts are available in a wide variety, there are other kinds of wheelchair accessories to help you customize your wheelchair to your personal needs. They include such items as wheelchair restraints, used to secure your chair while you are traveling in a vehicle; wheelchair mounts to accommodate your laptop or other items; adjustable controls which can be either hand or voice-activated; and wheelchair locks or covers.
Other Wheelchair Accessories Provide Additional Comfort and Convenience
- Wheelchair locks and covers.
- Voice activated wheelchair controls.
- Adjustable hand controls and driving controls.
- Mounting systems for communication devices and laptop computers.
- Restraint systems for securing your chair to transport it in a car or a van.
- Protective pads for arms, elbows and legs, and gloves for the hands and cushions for the back.
- Wheelchairs provide independence and mobility, and, with the right wheelchair accessories, will maximize comfort, convenience, safety, and quality of life. These items might include:
Support aids:
- To elevate the legs.
- To support the head.
- To help in sitting upright.
- To prevent slipping from side to side.
Wheelchair accessories can make using a wheelchair easier and more convenient, and most items are available at a reasonable cost. Accessories can help you travel with everything you need to be mobile and independent.
Curated and edited by Ian C. Langtree, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Disabled World. This section is maintained by the Disabled World editorial team.
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