Rigid Wheelchairs

Rigid wheelchairs are an extremely popular ultralightweight wheelchair model. The rigid chairs are generally made out of a lightweight material and offer great handling. Users of these chairs prefer them for many reasons:

Maneuverability

Since rigid chairs are light and have fewer mechanisms than a folding frame, they are rather easy to navigate in. This is especially true when it comes to piloting the chair over uneven surfaces, rough terrain, and up wheelchair ramps. Users can enjoy personal freedom and mobility with a rigid model chair.

A better fit

While folding chairs are designed to provide flexibility and compactness, rigid chairs are made to fit the body shape of the rider. These chairs are customizable in many areas, including the length of the legs and body, width of hips, and overall size of the person who will be using the chair. This allows for a more comfortable fit and sleek looking design, and many aspects of the chair can be adjusted over time to suit the ever-changing needs of the user.

Ease of transportation

Rigid chairs do not require a second person to help collapse them down to their more compact size. Users of rigid wheelchairs are most often able to collapse the chairs by themselves and then place them into a vehicle for transportation. This allows chair users who are able to drive the freedom to go wherever and whenever they want without relying on other people for assistance in loading and unloading the chair.

Style of the chair

Many people believe that rigid chairs are visually appealing, and because they are customizable, chair users are able to specify how they would like the chair to look.

Rigid chair users tend to be independent types of people who lead very active and mobile lifestyles. The use of these chairs will help them to strengthen their upper body and remain in good overall physical condition.