The summer is a great time to take a vacation and explore the open road, but it’s always necessary to keep in mind the proper equipment and adaptations to keep you and your family safe. It’s important to know about these modifications and which ones may be right for you and your handicap accessible vehicle. Knowing which seat bases and restraints may be appropriate for your wheelchair accessible vehicle could make your road trip much more comfortable, relaxing and safe.
Assistance In and Out of the Wheelchair
Whether you will be driving or riding, seat bases allow easy access to and from the vehicle. There are a few types of power seat bases, the first is the four-way power seat base (also known as a transfer seat) that aids in transferring from or to the wheelchair or the vehicle seat and provides a motorized rotation and forward or back movement. The six-way power seat base is similar to the four-way, plus a motorized swivel. The six-way is extremely useful for individuals with limited muscle control in the upper extremities. There is also a removable seat base, which is a detachable seat that allows for easy conversion of the driver’s station for a [...]