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Your wheelchair

Learn the essential parts of your wheelchair and how you can keep it working safely and smoothly. Our expert guides cover wheelchair sizing,

Step 1

Knowing the parts of your wheelchair

Wheelchair Skills Training

Understand what the different parts of a wheelchair do and how they work. Access our helpful guide with illustrations.

Step 2

Daily wheelchair safety checks

Wheelchair Skills Training

Perform these daily wheelchair safety checks stay safe and prevent issues. Get simple wheelchair maintenance tips from the experts.

Step 3

Wheelchair sizes and fitting

Wheelchair Skills Training

Find the right wheelchair with our wheelchair sizing and fitting guide. Choose the right wheelchair for comfort, safety and independence.

Step 4

Wheelchair types, sizes and construction

Wheelchair Skills Training

Learn about different wheelchair types, sizes and construction, covering manual and powered wheelchairs. Understand the difference and find what's best for you.

Step 5

Looking after your manual wheelchair

Wheelchair Skills Training

Get expert tips and advice on how to look after your manual wheelchair. Simple maintenance tips and safety checks any wheelchair user can do.

Step 6

Looking after your powerchair

Wheelchair Skills Training

Expert insights, advice and tips on looking after your powered wheelchair. Expert maintenance and safety checks any wheelchair user can do.

All the Know How...

Access all guides, articles and resources in one place. It’s everything you need to build knowledge, confidence and independence

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