5 essential tips for the correct maintenance of your electric wheelchair batteries

5 essential tips for the correct maintenance of your electric wheelchair batteries

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15/05/2020

Over the past few years, battery technology has come a long way. However, some of the advice provided regarding the maintenance of electric wheelchair batteries has not made great progress. This has led to a series of confusing and sometimes contradictory instructions about the "best" way to take care of batteries. In this article we will clear up some of these myths and legends and give you 5 tips for you to follow. During confinement we do not make intensive use of the chairs, so it is essential to take proper care of the batteries to prevent them from becoming damaged by disuse.

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5 essential tips for the correct maintenance of your electric wheelchair batteries

5 essential tips for the correct maintenance of your electric wheelchair batteries

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29/04/2020

Over the past few years, battery technology has come a long way. However, some of the advice provided regarding the maintenance of electric wheelchair batteries has not made great progress. This has led to a series of confusing and sometimes contradictory instructions about the "best" way to take care of batteries. In this article we will clear up some of these myths and legends and give you 5 tips for you to follow. During holidays we do not make intensive use of our power chairs (always when you are using you manual wheelchair for travel), so it is essential to take proper care of the batteries to prevent them from becoming damaged by disuse.

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The Benefits of a Seat Elevation System

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Seat elevation is a key accessibility element for power wheelchairs, but it is often forsaken in the design process. Although it is widely viewed as a luxury add-on, vertical elevation has a huge potential to increase users’ independence and quality of life.However, this type of design innovation also presents an abundance of personalisation options, so it is vital that potential buyers select a seat elevation system which meets their specific needs.

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Adaptive Clothing for People with Disabilities

Adaptive Clothing for People with Disabilities

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17/04/2018

Clothing and fashion can be a unique and fun way to express one’s identity, creativity, style, and even cultural background. The right outfit can help you feel comfortable, confident, and body positive. Although disabilities often are accompanied by a complex range of comfort and safety needs, it’s also important to select clothing that reflects your personality and flaunts your style.

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Tips and tricks to help you perform maintenance on your wheelchair

Tips and tricks to help you perform maintenance on your wheelchair

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16/01/2018

Regular maintenance of your wheelchair keeps you mobile and ensures that your equipment is performing at the highest level of safety.This post will look at some of the most common issues in wheelchair maintenance and go over our recommendations for the daily, monthly, and annual care for your manual wheelchair. 

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Aids For Paralympic Athletes in Australia

Aids For Paralympic Athletes in Australia

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24/10/2017

Paralympic sports provide athletes with disabilityequal opportunities to compete and be successful. Just like a footballer who carefully selects his or her playing boots, Paralympic athletes select their equipment carefully to match their sporting and individual needs, and give them an edge in elite competition. If you decide to participate in adapted sports, whether professionally or recreationally, it’s important that you use the right equipment for your safety and enjoyment, and to give you the best chance of success.

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Wheelchair Accessories: What You Should Know About Improving Your Mobility

Wheelchair Accessories: What You Should Know About Improving Your Mobility

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10/10/2017

Wheelchair accessories are designed to increase comfort, improve your mobility, develop independence and enhance your overall quality of life. However, when it comes to choosing these accessories, the sheer variety can be daunting to some people.Wheelchair accessories can be fitted on all different types of wheelchairs, allowing you to purchase accessories catered to your own needs and preferences. Before you even begin searching for accessories, look at your needs and other users accessories to determine the accessories that will best improve function and optimise your use of your wheelchair.  

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What You Need to Know About Choosing the Perfect Wheelchair

What You Need to Know About Choosing the Perfect Wheelchair

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13/06/2017

Purchasing a brand-new wheelchair is a huge decision and it’s important to make a choice that suits your lifestyle, disability, budget and environment. The enormous range of powered and manual wheelchairs on the market can make buying a wheelchair seem like an overwhelming task. Fortunately, taking the time to do some research can simplify the process.There’s also the option to contact Sunrise Medical and talk with an expert about your configuration requirements and general preferences, to help you pick a wheelchair perfect for you!

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