Choosing the right wheelchair for your child can be tough, as there are a million wheelchairs for kids available and each manufacturer is going to tell you that their model is the best. What makes this even more difficult is that one wheelchair isn’t going to be ideal in all situations. A wheelchair may be great for getting around a classroom, but that same chair won’t be ideal for negotiating a muddy sports field or the soft sand at the beach.

This article will give you an idea on what options are available and their various benefits and drawbacks. Its not meant to provide a pathway for you to go out and seek the perfect wheelchair for your child, more to give you a better understanding of the wheelchair market and allow you to make better, more informed choices.  You’ll also be able to ask more questions of the person prescribing the wheelchair, whether that be the NHS wheelchair service or a retailer. 

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