It also has a pocket behind the seat for hands-free transport of personal items. Its legrests have a hook-and-loop leg strap, and elevating legrests are an optional upgrade. Its nylon flame-retardant upholstery is breathable for added comfort. Easy to fold and lift, this wheelchair is easy to transport.
For larger framed patients, there is not a more durable, heavy-duty option among lightweight manual wheelchairs than this model. Lightweight and affordable , the Cruiser X4 is made with an aluminum and carbon steel frame and comes in multiple sizes with many optional upgrades.
It can accommodate users up to pounds , with available seat widths of 16, 18, and 20 inches. It has padded height-adjustable armrests, swing away foot rests or elevating leg rests.
It can be adjusted without any tools needed. Moving the rear wheels between the three axles allows for the adjustment of seat height and seat back angle. The armrest height and height and angle of the front caters are also adjustable for user comfort. Its flame retardant nylon upholstery is mildew resistant and deters the growth of bacteria. Sitting places the majority of your body weight on your rear, your lower back, and the back of your thighs. This model is ideal for someone with muscle deterioration, cerebral palsy, or a spinal cord injury and can contribute to managing scoliosis, kyphosis, edema, dizziness from orthostatic hypotension, and more.
You can get elevating leg rests or standard footrests. It comes with a seat belt and has a height-adjustable ergonomic head pillow and height-adjustable and removable flip-back armrests.
It is available in 16 or 18 inch seat widths and it can accommodate users up to pounds. As the only foldable version of a tilt-in-space lightweight wheelchair , at 33 pounds our 3 choice serves users who need the option of repositioning and who want the opportunity to be as mobile as possible.
Landing at 2 is the supportive, ergonomic , and comfortable StrongBack24 Ultra Lightweight Portable Wheelchair from StrongBack Mobility , which is a great choice for users with active lifestyles.
The uniquely curved backrest supports the shape of your spine, which provides additional support, improves posture, and decreases pressure while the angled seat aligns the pelvis and prevents slipping and poor posture. People get bored. When we get stuck in one place, the world can feel very small, and our well-being suffers. We need to see and do and experience things to be happy and function at our best.
If walking is difficult or impossible for you, a wheelchair can be the key to expand your world. Whether you need a wheelchair short-term or on a permanent basis, choosing one that will provide you with the best fit, most mobility, and highest level of independence can have a significantly positive impact on your quality of life. Most manual wheelchairs are lightweight and easy to fold and transport, which is what makes this type of wheelchair popular.
The ergonomic shape of the Excursion 8 and Excursion 12 Transport Chairs by StrongBack Mobility provides full support from the spine to the thighs and feet , and its unique design has earned it a spot on our list at 5. The curved backrest follows the natural lumbar curve of the spine with adjustable lumbar support, the angled seat ensures proper alignment of the pelvis, the seat cushion relieves pressure points that can cause issues from long periods spent sitting, and the seat angle improves posture and prevents slipping.
In fact, the Excursion 12 designated by its inch wheels , can be used on show, grass, sand, and gravel. It is the best for all-terrain use! One model of the Excursion 12 has rear-wheel attendant handbrakes that can be used by the caregiver pushing the chair. The Excursion 8 with 8-inch wheels is suitable for indoor use only.
All models are easy to enter and exit, with easy-grip footrests that swing away. They all also have an impressive pound weight capacity. For its attention to supporting the best possible posture and its ability to handle all kinds of outdoor surfaces, the StrongBack Excursion design is one of our favorites. If you really want to get out and enjoy the world, this compact, lightweight, and very versatile transport chair is a great choice. Our 4 pick, the GOxCy 30 Pedal Cycle by HealthPedal , c ombines the features of a power scooter, conventional wheelchair, and bicycle , to keep users safe, comfortable, and above all active.
By propelling yourself forward with the front-mounted foot pedals , you can get all the benefits of cycling while seated. This pedal cycle is s uitable for use indoors or outside on any flat, dry surface , and it has a stationary mode that allows you to use it as a piece of stationary exercise equipment. If you ever need a break from all that activity, a caregiver can use the rear handles to push you , and it has passive assist steering so they can help you maneuver in tight spots like elevators.
The chain length and foot pedals are adjustable for a customized fit. The pedal feature allows people in wheelchairs without sufficient upper body strength to enjoy the independence of self-propulsion , without the weight of heavy power wheelchairs and this unique feature has landed this mobility aid on our top 5 list.
The opportunity for exercise to maintain or increase muscle mass, stamina, and coordination, and the manual push and steering option, makes this a strong all-around choice benefitting active users and their caregivers. It is a great option for both personal and commercial use. The padded armrest will ensure a comfortable time when you are resting your arms.
This wheelchair also has a five-year warranty on the cross-braces and frame. It is a great all-around choice for an entry-level wheelchair. Invacare Tracer EX2 Review. An excellent choice and another best wheelchair is the Medline Lightweight manual wheelchair. Made with a steel frame and nylon upholstery this wheelchair is not only durable but also lightweight making it enjoyable to move in.
It has the ability to hold lbs to lbs depending on configuration It also has smooth-rolling latex tires that are flat-free for long-lasting. This requires low maintenance and durability with this wheelchair. We also love that it has push-to-lock brakes. Not to mention it has full arms and swing away removable footrest. Oh did we mention this wheelchair also has a folding back that allows for easier storage? Yes, it has that feature. Medline K4 Extra-Wide Review. If you are looking for an extremely lightweight wheelchair then this chair could be for you.
Made from the lightest T6 Aluminum the Karman Ergo Flight wheelchair is an ultralight but strong manual wheelchair. The S-Style Ergonomic Seat frame makes sitting and propelling really easy not to mention comfortable. It also provides pressure release and increases stabilization, weight distribution. The extremely lightweight and easy folding is very convenient to store and take with you to travel destinations.
The folding backrests fold down also making it even more compact. If you are in the market for an ultralightweight, well-made wheelchair that is easy to propel or push then this should be on your shortlist of wheelchairs. Karman Ergo Flight Review. This manual wheelchair by Karman is a very flexible wheelchair in terms of how adjustable it is. You can easily change the height of the armrests and backrests allowing for some really great customization.
On certain wheelchairs, it can take some time to change heights. With this wheelchair, all you need are 2 Allen keys and a wrench. The great part is that these tools are provided with the chair when you order them. Because of the customization, this chair can be used with many different people sizes.
From young adults to older adults and all in between. Karman Flexx Lightweight Adjustable Review. Check out some other wheelchairs that are worth looking at below. These are also high-quality manual wheelchairs. This sleek, light and comfortable wheelchair is only 25 pounds and has used the Karman globally patented s-shape seating frame.
It has a removable footrest, excellent concave arm pads, a fordable backrest, and removable upholstery that is anti-bacterial. It also has extending brake tips that are all standard with this wheelchair.
We love that the mesh seating system is also washable and removable. This wheelchair is a step up from a lot of other chairs on the market.
And relieve sores and pressure overall on the person using the wheelchair. With 3D elevation leg rests and ergonomic armrest, this chair is one of the top reclining wheelchairs. Even though this is not a manual chair in the sense of the user can propel it still a good wheelchair in the ultra-light division.
You would need someone to actually push you in this chair. This ultralight wheelchair makes our list as one of the best lightweight transport wheelchairs.
Consult with a dealer or just call us. Manual wheelchairs are our specialty. Wheelchairs provide users with the mobility to propel themselves.
They also allow a caregiver to assist with user mobility. We have spent over two decades designing wheelchairs and manufacturing them in our state of the art facility.
Our specialty is lightweight manual chairs. They are typically under 30 pounds. But we also have some that are under 25 pounds. A light weight frame can help both caregivers and users.
The benefits are tremendous. From ease of transporting, to being easy to propel. Learn More About Products. If you would like to see every product listed by specs and details, please visit our Resources Landing page by clicking HERE. World Health Organization — Wheelchairs. Disabled — How to Choose the Right Wheelchair. Landing Page Directory. If this is your first time looking for a manual wheelchair, you are in the right place.
There also other websites you can reference with good information such as Wikipedia. We are here to provide you with the best information on our products. Finding a manual wheelchair is one of the most important investments. You can search by many factors. Some look at price. Whereas others look for weight. Everyone has a different preference. In addition, manual chairs come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. Some manual chairs can go as high as 30 inches in width.
Other manual chairs are only Not all brands have a wide selection of wheelchairs, but We have all types of wheelchairs.
Take a look at our product videos before you buy. Our videos will give you more information about our products. This includes showing how a product folds, or how to tilt a wheelchair.
Check it out on youtube. Subscribe to our Youtube channel where We will notify you when there is a new video posted on our channel. Buying a mobility products is easy nowadays. You can buy a chair online with ease. Our official dealers typically offer free shipping. Buying online means that you do not have to leave the comfort of your home to purchase our products.
You should give us a call if you have any questions. You may also find a local dealer through our dealer locator. We always make recommendations to our customers. Furthermore, important factors when deciding to buy this type of device includes: weight class and product type. Manual wheelchairs generally have 3 different weight classes. Standard weight, lightweight, and ultralight weight. Self propelled chairs also have categories. This includes bariatric, recline or high back.
Is there a medical condition? How does the user perform daily activities? Is the user independent? We have wheelchairs made for active users both young and old.
All age groups may use manual chairs. It is important to first use a measurement guide. A Proper fit is the most important factor when buying a wheelchair.
Then we focus on comfort. Is the person now comfortable? Is there proper ergonomics? Is the person prone to slouching? Just like a normal person sitting on a desk at an office.
Proper ergonomics are very important. We can then ask what products offer more benefits? Is there a lighter model? Or does the customer wish to save some money?
Some manual chairs are only temporarily used. In this case, our experts may recommend to stay within budget. Other nonautomatic wheelchair users demand the best.
Having a canopy or headrest does add cost.
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