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Top 6 Electric Wheelchairs

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Updated May 10, 2008

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Electric wheelchairs make accessibility easier for wheelchair users. Allowing people who use wheelchairs to move around independently, electric wheelchairs save strength and upper body motion. Electric wheelchairs also dismiss the need for a second person to push a standard wheelchair.

1. Pride Mobility Jazzy 1103 Ultra Electric Wheelchair

This electric wheelchair is compact and great for indoor maneuverability (with turning radius of just 18 inches). Has power seat allowing user to raise and lower the seat while seated.
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2. Quickie Aspire M-11 Power Wheelchair

Comfortable, maneuverable, stylish power chair.
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3. Pride Mobility Power Wheelchairs

Various electric wheelchairs from Pride Mobility, maker of the popular Jazzy. Read individual descriptions to see which model suits your needs.
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4. Invacare Pronto M91 Standard Power Wheelchair

Electric wheelchair with center-wheel drive performance, high-speed motor and the option of up to a 400 pound weight capacity. SureStep technology makes negotiating thresholds and transitions up to three inches high manageable. Six wheels on the ground for stability.
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5. Shoprider Smartie Power Chair, Blue

Easy to dismantle into three lightweight parts - deluxe seat with controller 37 lbs; front chassis with batteries 27 lbs; rear chassis with drive train 29 lbs. Adjustable seat height, armrest (width, height angle adjustable) and removable fold up footrest.
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6. E & J Metro Power III Wheelchair

Designed for people who require a more durable solution than a scooter. Extra comfort and features which add stability.
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