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Wheelchairs in their various forms have been around for centuries but only recent decades have seen an acceleration in the progress of their design. As the disabled have become more integrated into society and come to expect more independence, so the demand for custom wheelchairs – to fit an individual’s needs and lifestyle – has increased.

A custom wheelchair might comprise a few simple changes or entail a radical new design. For example, a new mother might need a way to bring baby along in the wheelchair, or someone with a particular job or hobby might require a special attachment to make life easier. A user with limited movement or one good arm might need adjustments to help compensate for their custom wheelchair.

The look and style of custom wheelchairs can be adapted to express the user’s individuality, for example by adding accessories such as wacky wheels or groovy coloured upholstery.

The beauty of custom chairs is that, since they are tailored to an individual, there need not be unnecessary, weighty adjustable components affecting the performance of the wheelchair.