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Unfortunately, many people who require the mobility assistance provided by an electric wheelchair believe that they must foot the entire bill for an electric wheelchair on their own, or that their insurnace, if they have some, will not cover the purchase of a new electric wheelchair. They, therefore, begin looking for used electric wheelchairs in the hopes of saving money.
However, there are many drawbacks to buying a used electric wheelchair, including, increased maintenance, worn condition, lack of safety features found on newer chairs, etc.
In the article below, Ken Pinkerton takes a look as some of the issues you need to consider if you are considering the purchase of a used electric wheelchair.
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Buying Used Electric Wheelchairs
Mounting health costs and cuts to government funding are making wheelchair users seek heaper alternatives like used electric wheelchairs. Secondhand electric wheelchairs are no doubt heaper than new ones but a lot of care should be taken when buying a used electric wheelchair.
Sources of used electric wheelchairs are primarily relatives, friends, and local support groups. Information about used electric wheelchairs is also available in advertisements on bulletin boards, newsletters, Web sites, at local hospitals and rehabilitation centers, or local disability organizations. Information for finding used wheelchairs can also be found in newspaper classifieds or in pawnshops.
It is wise to also solicit advice from a therapist or physician before buying a used electric wheelchair. Private health insurance and state vocational rehabilitation centers sometimes cover the cost of used electric wheelchairs. The Technical Assistance Project (TAP), supported by the federal Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act (Tech Act) of 1988, also provides financial support for the purchase of disability equipment. Sometimes, wheelchair vendors also provide guarantees and warranties for used wheelchairs.
One disadvantage of buying a used electric wheelchair is the non-transferability of the warranty on the chair. There are also certain other disadvantages to consider such as the chair’s physical dimensions, capabilities, condition, fittings and accessories. Because of the many different options and accessories available for wheelchairs it is better to be well informed before buying a used electric wheelchair.
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