| Not all people with physical disabilities are capable of | | | | 1. The first one is the Rear-wheel drive (RD) which is |
| using a manual wheelchair. They do not have the | | | | multipurpose in nature because it can be used both for |
| proper stamina and strength to operate an ordinary | | | | internal and external places. Usually, mobility scooters |
| wheelchair. To cope with this problem, technology | | | | have a load capacity of 300-500 pounds. |
| introduces the mobility scooter, which also refers to as | | | | 2. The second type is the Front-wheel drive (FD), |
| electric scooter, or power operated scooter. | | | | which is smaller than RD. It is ideal for indoor use and |
| This scooter is a mobility aid that functions the same | | | | has a maximum weight capacity of 250 pounds. |
| as wheelchair. The only difference between the two is | | | | Some of the advantages of electric scooter from |
| the design. A mobility scooter is more likely looks like a | | | | manually operated wheelchairs are convenience and |
| regular motor scooter. | | | | ease of use. Patients do not need to exert too much |
| Mobility scooters are powered by a rechargeable | | | | strength and effort in controlling the scooter. It is cost |
| battery and consist of a seat that can be swiveled to | | | | effective than buying electric wheelchairs. |
| become accessible when the handlebars block the | | | | There is still another option available if you cannot |
| front. A flat area for feet is also included to it where | | | | afford to buy new electric scooters. Some |
| you can rest and relaxed your two feet. | | | | amusement parks offer scooter rentals so that |
| The scooter has a tiller that is responsible for | | | | disabled people can take pleasure during their stay at |
| controlling the speed. To easily maneuver the direction, | | | | the park. |
| the electric scooter uses a switch, thumb paddles or | | | | Mobility scooter is a great help for everyone facing |
| finger controls. | | | | mobility problems. Disability scooter is a way to |
| There are a variety of models that can be seen in the | | | | improve their life. Using this type of disability machine |
| marketplace. In general, there are two classifications | | | | can deliver freedom and enjoyment for each |
| for electric scooter: | | | | handicapped individual who uses a scooter. |