Help To Choose The Right Mobility Scooter

If you are unsure of what type of mobility scooter will best suit your needs do not be afraid to seek advice from others. Speak to a healthcare professional and ask them if they can recommend what would best suit you with regards issues such as your weight or disability and also speak to other scooter and power chair users and see what they recommend with regard to any upgrade options and convenience issues. You may even be able to have your scooter customised to meet your own specific requirements.

In the current financial climate price may also be an issue for you so do not be afraid to shop around to find a scooter that suits all of your needs and is within your allocated budget. Second hand scooters may be worth investigating further so you do not feel like you have to go for a smaller cheaper model that may not meet all of your requirements.

When choosing your scooter you should:

·         Know all of your needs and requirements and how they can be satisfied by your choice of scooter.

·         Purchase one designed for indoor or outdoor use depending on where you intend to use it.

·         Check the adjustability/height of the seat on the scooter to ensure you are able to get onboard it in an easy and pain free manner and that it is comfortable when in use.

·         Check the dimensions of the doorways and ramps in and around your house and the ability to turn around in the space you have to make sure all areas are accessible on the scooter you purchase.

·         Check the battery capacity and whether the scooter has enough power to cover the distances required.

·         Check that the scooters weight capacity is greater than your own weight to ensure that you are able to use it without causing damage.

·         Make sure you have a suitably sized area to store your scooter away from damp, cold and dusty conditions to avoid any damage to the electrical components and batteries.