All About Mobility Lifts

One of the hardest things about selecting an accessible vehicle for any person that is shopping for one is deciding on the type of lift that they prefer. The lift is the device that is used to pick up the chair and very carefully place it inside of the vehicle. There are a large variety of mobility lifts on the market today, and if you are looking for a wheelchair accessible van or minivan for your needs, you will want to know all about the different lifts so that you can make an informed decision.

The various mobility lifts and their specifications are:

Platform lifts

A platform lift is quite possibly the easiest to use of all the other devices, but it can be the most expensive. Like the name suggests, these have a platform that will slowly and steadily elevate the chair into the back or the side of the vehicle. These can support the chair with someone in it, which is a perfect choice for anyone who cannot physically leave their chair. These can sometimes take up quite a lot of room inside of the vehicle, so make sure that you will still have the interior space that you need.

Arm lifts

Arm lifts appear very much like a large, mechanical arm. These can also come off of the side or the rear of any vehicle, and they can tuck away neatly when not in use. Many of these arm lifts are designed to be able to support not only a chair, but also a person in the chair. There are some lifts that are only able to lift chairs, however, so make sure to look into this when you are vehicle shopping. These are often less expensive than platforms and leave a lot more room inside of the van.

Hitch mounted lifts

These are the cheapest of all the mobility lifts, but also are not as useful as the others. If you are able to exit your chair safely, these can be a good, affordable option. They are hitch mounted to the back of your wheelchair van so that they transport the chair outside of the vehicle.

As you can see, there are many positives and negatives about each type of lift, so it really boils down to your personal preference. Mobility lifts are a key component of any accessible vehicle, so make sure that you are getting the one that you truly want.

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