Roll Your Own Way
Whether it’s to improve comfort or to express your personality, many disabled people chose to modify or enhance their mobility solutions. Wheelchair users from all aspects of life often decide to customise or personalise their wheelchairs in a number of ways, too. If you’re looking for inspiration on how to make your wheelchair feel more like your own, then you’ve come to the right place.
Cushions for Comfort
The first way you may want to upgrade your wheelchair is by making it more comfortable for you. A cushion is the perfect way to do this, and a range of wheelchair seat cushions exist to help you find the right fit for your personal preference and needs.
Storage
Adding storage to your wheelchair is a must for many wheelchair users, as it keeps the hands free and laps clear of any items that could easily fall out of grapes and become difficult to pick up or even hazard if caught under the wheel.
A splash bag is a great way to incorporate extra storage into your wheelchair. Fixing over the back of the wheelchair, the splash bag has a 16 litre capacity, separate front storage pocket, easy-grip zip fobs, and is made of heavy duty material for weather protection.
Handle Position
For users of powerchairs, or wheelchair users that are considering adding power enhancements to their wheelchair, you can choose which side your joystick is positioned.
Powerpacks
When manoeuvring your wheelchair, a powerpack does the pushing for you. Take the strain out of pushing your chair up inclines or struggling over uneven surfaces by giving yourself a battery-powered boost. Powerpacks are removable by nature, meaning you can upgrade your wheelchair on an as-and-when-needed basis.
Weather Protection
Keep warm, dry, or even shaded with all important weather protection modifications. Mobility solutions such as wheelchairs and powerchairs are a lifeline for many, so making sure these items can be used in all weather is vital in ensuring users are not housebound when unfavourable weather conditions arise.
Keep warm and dry with specialised wheelchair blankets and ponchos, as well as wheelchair gloves to keep your hands protected from the labour of pushing your wheelchair and the exposure to the elements this creates for the hands.
Bonus Inspiration
The boundless creativity of wheelchair users across the globe means there are endless ways to modify and upgrade your wheelchair. The internet is a treasure trove of inspiration for your chair, so don’t be afraid to look for ideas on sites such as Reddit, TikTok, Pinterest, or wheelchair-specific forums!
Some of our other favourite ideas include:
- Patchwork backrest covers to showcase your passions.
- Fuzzy armrest covers for extra comfort.
- Handle spikes or stud sleeves to protect your chair from being handled by others.
- Cup holder to help you keep your hands free while prioritising hydration.
- Stickers and decals so you can showcase your interests and personal style.
Your Mobility Journey
For all of your wheelchair, powerchair, and mobility needs, Modern Mobility is here to help. Allow our compassionate, knowledgeable mobility experts to give you the impartial advice you deserve and to help match you with the perfect mobility products to suit your unique needs.
Get in touch to find out more about our range of wheelchairs and wheelchair accessories, or book an appointment at one of our Blackburn, Chorley, Clitheroe, or Leicester locations.
