It seems so many new products these days are claiming to be ‘SMART’ what does it really mean? How can a wheelchair be SMART? And can it really improve the driving experience? Invacare is leading the way in SMART technology for powered wheelchairs. Sometimes a product can be promoted as being SMART because it comes […]

Rarely have I been asked a question about mobility scooters more regularly than “how do I maintain my mobility scooter?” or “what conditions can I use my scooter in?” The main areas of maintenance people enquire about are storage, battery and motor so I will cover these in some details whilst making it as realistic […]

There’s very little that can’t be done with an app these days, whether it’s monitoring your health, calling a cab, or ordering a takeaway. So why should your powered wheelchair be any exception? LiNX is a new futureproof powered wheelchair control system which monitors your chair’s settings and performance. In this article, we run through […]

Both the Invacare Orion and Comet scooters keep the focus on safety, reliability, comfort, and speed. These Lifestyle products get you where you want to go, whether it’s to the store to pick up some groceries, or whether you want to get adventurous on an outdoor outing to the park. With the Orion and Comet, […]

The Invacare LiNX system makes Invacare powerchairs sophisticated, smart, and reliable. The cutting-edge LiNX technology has an insight inspired control system that learns over time. It also has a modular design that allows the system to be expanded, updated, and tailored to your changing needs. This makes the Invacare LiNX system futureproof and always up-to-date. […]

Whether you are a full-time wheelchair user or someone who has limited mobility only part of the time, you may find yourself needing a reliable transport wheelchair. Transport chairs are for situations when you want or need a caregiver to help propel you. Even manual chair users occasionally fall ill, become fatigued, or have surgeries […]

Mobility scooters enable people to maintain their independence, and help those with mobility challenges to maintain their lifestyle.  This is just one of the reasons why they have become so popular and have become a much more regular feature in our communities. However there are considerations for people who own or are thinking about purchasing […]

Typically a lightweight mobility scooter is one that can be folded or dismantled to be transported or stored and is designed for use on pavements or within shopping areas. The discussion regarding benefits of a lightweight mobility scooter is often best understood in the context of their class as defined by the department of transport […]

Many people wish to maintain an active lifestyle, but may encounter problems, pain or fatigue when walking outdoors.   Difficulty walking the distances between public places and home, transport or parking facilities may lead to loss of independence and difficulty engaging in favourite activities.  Those who have stopped driving also sometimes experience new difficulties going […]

What is a powered wheelchair? A powered wheelchair is essentially the same as a standard attendant propelled wheelchair with a motor.  Although motorised scooters can be an excellent option outdoors, for users who require motorised propulsion indoors as wells as out then the powered wheelchair is often a good solution.  This is why they tend […]