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Fen Mobility Center Library

Wheelchairs

Advice to help you choose and use the right wheelchair, including transit, self-propelled, lightweight and more supportive options.

Complete Guide to Choosing a Manual Wheelchair

Will a Wheelchair Fit in My Car Boot?

Wheelchair Brakes: Safe Everyday Use

When a Basic Wheelchair Is No Longer Enough

Transit or Self-Propelled Wheelchair: Which Is Right?

Folding Wheelchairs for Days Out and Holidays

Pushing a Wheelchair Safely: Advice for Family and Carers

Buying a Used Wheelchair: What to Check

How to Measure for a Wheelchair

Wheelchair Cushions: Comfort, Posture and Pressure Care

Wheelchairs After a Stroke: What Should You Consider?

How Often Should a Wheelchair Be Serviced?

Why Wheelchair Seat Width Matters

How Long Is Too Long to Sit in a Wheelchair?

Wheelchairs After Hip or Knee Replacement

Wheelchair Transfers: When Equipment and Technique Need Reviewing

Lightweight Wheelchairs: What Does Lightweight Really Mean?

Wheelchair Footrests: Getting the Height Right

Choosing a Wheelchair for Someone Living with Dementia

Can a Manual Wheelchair Be Too Heavy for a Carer to Push?

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