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Comment on How About A Standing Golf Wheelchair by steves2t

steves2t — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:57:20 +0000

Hi Phil,
Sorry for the delay in reply but have been away on holiday. I have tried some research but cannot find any reference on the web to a second hand paragolfer for sale. My only suggestion is to contact Otto Bock the manufacturer direct if you have not done so. The website link is here Otto Bock
Sorry I could not help further.

Comment on How About A Standing Golf Wheelchair by Phil I

Phil I — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 16:23:49 +0000

Hi,
I have been paralyzed from the waist down for a year. I am trying to see how and where to buy a paragolfer, but it’s not easy. I especially would like to find a used one. Any help?

Comment on Which used Mobility Scooter Should I Buy? by John

John — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:47:03 +0000

I would recommend you look at Pride Mobility Scooters. They offer a great selection of scooters and you should be able to pick one up at Craigslist, or EBay.
Pride is known as a very durable and reliable brand in the industry and I don’t think you can go wrong with them.

Comment on Mobility Scooter Battery Charging From The Car by Brian

Brian — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:00:38 +0000

You would need to have the correct voltage and amp converter but it could be done, why don’t you get a spare charger and plug it into the mains, that way you will not end up with a flat battery on your car?

Comment on I Need A Folding Mobility Scooter by William

William — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 16:11:19 +0000

If you are looking for something very portable and good quality I would try the Luggie. If you are in a hurry they do sell on ebay UK through a company who offer next day delivery. they are not cheap though. Folding luggie mobility scooter on ebay

Comment on Do Mobility Scooters Incur VAT by Alfred

Alfred — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:15:17 +0000

I believe that if you are registed disabled then your purchase should be VAT Exempt.

Comment on How Can I Build A Mobility Scooter Ramp by Toby

Toby — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:52:33 +0000

getting the gradient right for a mobility scooter ramp is important to building your own ramp.

For every six inches of height to cover you need a foot of ramp. Also, make sure that at the top of the ramp, you make it wide enough to turn into the doorway with. Depending on how it is laid out, you need an area 48-60 inches square to manoeuver with.

You will also need to consider extra strenght if it is 36″ wide or more, you need a center stringer/support to keep the ramp platform from buckling

Make sure you choose strong materials to stop it bending under the weight.

Comment on I am looking for help towards buying a electric wheel chair for my wife by John

John — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:07:20 +0000

You could try http://www.muscular-dystrophy.org

They do equipment grants and the criteria below is from their website. It might be worth you visiting it as part of your research.

Every application should be supported by a quote for the equipment and an assessment carried out by a qualified professional. This assessment should confirm that the piece of equipment is the most suitable for your needs. The assessment could be carried out by a range of professionals if appropriately qualified, for example – a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, specialist dealer, Muscular Dystrophy Campaign regional care advisor, social worker or nurse.

The assessment must be on headed paper and needs to detail the following:

1. Needs of the individual
2. Needs for this specific model / equipment specification
3. Health and safety – the ability of the person to use the equipment safely (e.g. if a wheelchair – road safety awareness, visual perception)
4. Reason the equipment cannot be provided by a statutory authority
5. Contribution (if any) being made towards the cost by a statutory authority (e.g. voucher)
6. Qualification / Occupation / Employer of professional with contact details (in case we need to get in touch)

If the assessment has been carried out by a specialist dealer, you will also need to provide a letter of support from another professional confirming the applicant’s name, address and the type of muscular dystrophy. This letter can be written by a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, Muscular Dystrophy Campaign Regional Care Advisor, GP, social worker, nurse, teacher/school support worker or other professional who knows the applicant.

Applications not supported by these documents will not be considered.

Comment on Mobilitys Scooters on an aircraft by Catherine

Catherine — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 10:47:06 +0000

I do travel with my mobility scooter often, and thankfully it has never been damaged. Sometimes they change the settings and I think it doesn’t work, but quickly realize it is fine. (They change it so it wheels & brakes are unlocked so it can be rolled – and that means it cannot move when turned on. I panicked the first time this happened until I realized this is what they typically do.)

I roll my scooter right up to the door of the plane. Sometimes I fold it up and they keep it on the plane in the “closet” – other times it gets stashed away. Seems to depend on a number of factors which they do – how much time before the flight, how full the flight is, is the closet already being used (which it often is.)

You do need to allow extra time to get off the plane if you want it to be at the plane door. I usually have to wait about 5-10 minutes after everyone has deboarded for my scooter to arrive. But you can also have it brought to the gate and wait for your scooter in the waiting area.

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