Selecting a Manual Wheelchair

Manual Wheelchairs come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and styles -- and we offer a great number of them at MEDmarketplace.com, including refurbished and used wheelchairs. But, in order for your manual wheelchair, new or used wheelchair to be as effective as it can, you must be sure to do your research first. You can use this page as an introduction to choosing the right new or used wheelchair. And, if you need more information, please see our extensive wheelchair information section. You will find refurbished wheelchairs and used wheelchairs at very competitive prices. In general, manual wheelchairs offer many advantages over power wheelchairs. These advantages include:

• Manual wheelchairs are more lightweight than power wheelchairs and are easier to push
• Manual wheelchairs offer an unlimited range.
• In most cases, manual wheelchairs cost less than power wheelchairs.
• Manual wheelchairs tend to be easier to transport and maneuver.
• Manual wheelchairs allow for more physical activity than power wheelchairs.

Before purchasing your wheelchair, be sure to:

• Talk with a therapeutic Recreation Specialist. They can give you ideas about special wheelchair features for recreational and leisure.
• Ask your Physical or Occupational Therapist for suggestions on the type of wheelchair or features that can help to make it easier to do your daily activities at home or at work.
• Talk with individuals who use or have purchased wheelchairs in the past. Look at their chairs, see what features they have. Ask them what they like and dislike.
• Get as much information as you can. Visit our Wheelchair Information Section to learn more about both manual and power wheelchairs.

Transport Manual Wheelchairs - With four small wheels and light weight frames, transport wheelchairs are the perfect choice for transporting someone to and from the house or around the mall. To view our selection, please visit the Transport Manual Wheelchairs subcategory.

Standard Manual Wheelchairs - With weights starting at 35 pounds, the standard weight wheelchair is the perfect choice when you need a wheelchair that will be used less than 4 hours per day, but needs to be self-propelled. To view our selection, please visit the Standard Manual Wheelchairs subcategory.

Lightweight Manual Wheelchairs - With weights ranging from 28-34 pounds, a lightweight wheelchair is a great choice when you need a wheelchair that will be used more frequently. To view our selection, please visit the Lightweight Manual Wheelchairs subcategory.

Ultralight Manual Wheelchairs - With wheelchair weights as low as 14 pounds and available in both rigid and folding models, these wheelchairs are for the full-time advanced user who demands performance and for those who want the lightest chair possible for ease of use and transport. To view our selection, please visit the Ultralight Manual Wheelchairs subcategory.

Reclining Back Manual Wheelchairs - A reclining back is a great option for those who spend the majority of their time in their wheelchairs as it offers more positions. And a tilt wheelchair offers alternative positioning and pressure relief for those who are unable to re-position themselves. To view our selection, please visit the Reclining Back Manual Wheelchairs subcategory.

Heavy Duty Manual Wheelchairs - With weight capacities ranging from 300 to 650 pounds, these heavy duty wheelchairs can accommodate nearly any user. To view our selection, please visit the Heavy Duty Manual Wheelchairs subcategory.


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