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Because children grow, they need to change wheelchairs more frequently than adults do. This can be an expensive practice, though there are growth compatible child chairs that can be adjusted as the child grows.

Paediatric chairs are classified according to a child’s age, starting with strollers. These are much like prams and are suitable for children who cannot propel themselves. Small children wheelchairs are ideal for slightly older children with some ability to propel themselves.

Growing children’s wheelchairs, as mentioned, are adjustable to suit a growing child. Finally, standard wheelchairs for children are like an adult’s but proportionally smaller. Sports wheelchairs are also available for children.