Choosing Between Wheelchair Lifts Or Ramps On Your Vehicle

If you utilize a wheelchair, power chair, scooter or have trouble stepping into a conventional vehicle, you may be considering purchasing a vehicle that has been designed especially for those who are handicapped. You might also be considering adding on to the van or minivan that you currently own, but are at a loss for the type of conversion that you should make on your vehicle. Wheelchair lifts can be a really great addition to any type of van, truck, or minivan, as can ramps depending on your individual needs. You want to be able to easily get yourself and the chair you use into the vehicle, without having to spend a ton of money. Here are the differences between ramps and lifts, to help you select the best option for you.
Wheelchair lifts

Lifts that are especially designed to pick up the full weight of a wheelchair or scooter are very powerful. Some are stronger than others, so you will want to ensure that you purchase a quality brand that can support enough weight to get your chair off the ground. Lifts are built into either the back or the side of your vehicle. The motorized arm will carefully tuck into the vehicle and will also hold the chair in while the auto is moving, which is a great safety feature. Some lifts can hoist a chair while a person is on it, however many cannot. Make sure that if you need to remain in your chair while you are in the vehicle that you select a type of lift that is equipped to perform this function.

Ramps

Ramps can also be a good selection to make for easily getting into a van or minivan. A ramp will either pull down from the side of the vehicle or from the back and is usually very sturdy. The great thing about ramps is that you will remain on your chair or scooter as you drive up the ramp and directly into the back of the vehicle without any problems. The ramp can either be connected to a motor so that it pulls in electronically, or it can fold in manually, which is a less expensive option.

Whichever option you choose, both of these can make your life a lot easier. Wheelchair lifts and ramps will help to get your chair or scooter into your vehicle so that you can hit the road whenever you want to!

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