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Tapping into the collective wisdom of wheelchair enthusiasts of HN. What would you recommend for my parent, they are using a crappy Medicare approved Medline wheelchair that’s like $300 on Amazon.

They can’t use their right side of their body really due to a stroke paralysis. They can wheel around with one arm and leg.

The wheelchair is like starting to fall apart. What should I I get them that will last many years? Thanks!



There are a lot of variables. You can ask an occupational therapist about what sort of wheelchair would be best.

If it's a case where they move themselves indoors but get pushed by others outdoors, it arguably does not matter.

But if they are independent outside the home, you need a custom chair suited to them.


I know nothing about wheelchairs, but have you considered one with a joystick?




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