Compare Standing Wheelchairs
Standing wheelchairs are used by people with mild to severe disabilities including: spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, rett syndrome, post-polio syndrome and more.
What Our Customers Are Saying
The Only Way to know what’s right for you is to try items out !
I came across Motus while reasearching stand up wheelchairs on google. I spoke with one of there product specialist over the phone who wanted understand me, having chatted freely I was offered a home visit where the local product specialist came to my home with 3 potential options to try.
After trying all I found for me the Permobil F5 VS VS meaning vertical standing. Was the one for me, I had a full custom seating arrangment made up with a complimentary back support system.
I would fully recommend trying items out !
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of a standing wheelchair?
Allowing the Individual to independently raise to the level of other’s safely and securely. All standing wheelchairs have custom fitted seating to accommodate each Individual.
Why do wheelchair users need stand up?
Standing is an effective way to promote greater independence and reduce the risk for secondary complications associated with long-term sitting in wheelchairs.
What are the Health Benefits ?
Standing offers the best reduction of load on the sitting bones, which helps to reduce the risk of pressure injuries. There are many functional, health and psycho-social benefits associated with standing in wheelchairs.* *RESNA position on the Application of Wheelchair Standing Devices, (Arva et al. 2009)
Can I upgrade after ?
Yes, you can upgrade at any time after. Many items on the stand up wheelchairs can be changed to suit your changing needs.
Can I choose mid wheel drive ?
Yes. Currently certain manufacturers can make either from or mid wheel drive options. We can discuss and allow you try either, allowing you find what right for you and your environmental needs.