Vive Health Electric Wheelchair Model V
Sale price$3,199.50
Med Mizer Freedom Flex Comfort Chair
Sale price$2,027.00
FreeRiderUSA Luggie Travel Power Wheelchair
Sale price$3,899.00
EasyStand Bantam Medium Standing Frame
Sale price$5,894.16
Feather Heavy Duty Wheelchair
Sale price$699.00
Feather Electric Wheelchair
Sale price$2,295.00
Merits Gemini Heavy Duty Power Chair
Sale price$3,206.52
Merits Travel-Ease Power Wheelchair
Sale price$1,786.67
Merits Vision Super Heavy Duty Power Chair
Sale price$4,279.00
Merits Vision CF Power Chair
Sale price$2,267.33
Merits Regal EZB Power Chair
Sale price$1,978.43
Merits Regal Power Chair
Sale price$2,796.12
Merits Dualer Power Chair
Sale price$3,422.93
Shoprider Power Chair Jimmie
Sale price$2,119.00
Shoprider Power Chair 6Runner 10
Sale price$4,589.00
Aquatrek2 AQ-1000 Beach / Trail Wheelchair
Sale price$3,510.33
Aquatrek2 Aquatic Wheelchair AQ-450lb Capacity
Sale price$3,499.00
Aquatrek2 Reduced Seat Depth Aquatic Wheelchair
Sale price$3,099.00
Aquatrek2 Aquatic Wheelchair AQ-350lb Capacity
Sale price$3,149.00
Frequently asked questions
What types of wheelchairs are best for Parkinson's patients?
The wheelchair types most used for Parkinson's are manual chairs, power chairs, transport chairs, and, as symptoms progress, tilt-in-space chairs. Manual chairs are propelled by the person or pushed by a caregiver. Power chairs run on a joystick, and transport chairs are lightweight and caregiver-pushed. Tilt-in-space chairs provide postural support when sitting upright becomes harder, covered further down this page. Which one fits depends less on the diagnosis than on what your loved one can still do, so match the chair to their current ability, not to the disease.
Is a manual or power wheelchair better for someone with Parkinson's?
The better choice between a manual and power wheelchair for someone with Parkinson's depends on your loved one's arm strength and stamina, not on the disease by itself. A manual chair works while they can still self-propel and helps conserve energy, but rigidity and fatigue make pushing harder over time. A power chair takes over once symptoms significantly limit walking, since its joystick asks for very little effort. An occupational or physical therapist can help match the chair to the current stage.
When does a person with Parkinson's need a wheelchair?
A person with Parkinson's typically needs a wheelchair when walking becomes unsafe or exhausting, most often once falls, freezing of gait, or fatigue start limiting daily movement. Many people use one part-time at first, for long distances or crowded places, while still walking at home. Because the timing varies widely, it is as much a clinical judgment as a mobility one, so talk with the treating physician or an occupational or physical therapist before deciding.
Does Medicare or insurance cover a wheelchair for Parkinson's disease?
Medicare may cover a wheelchair for Parkinson's if a doctor documents that the chair is medically necessary for use at home. Coverage requires a face-to-face exam and a written order from a Medicare-enrolled provider and supplier, and Medicare generally pays 80 percent of the approved amount after the Part B deductible is met. Added positioning features, such as power tilt, are not always covered and may require separate justification. Private plans often follow similar rules but vary, so confirm what your specific plan covers before you buy. Our team can help you gather the documentation your insurer will ask for.
Can someone with hand tremors safely control a power wheelchair joystick?
Someone with mild to moderate hand tremor can usually control a joystick safely, but stronger tremor or dyskinesia can trigger unintended movements, so the controls matter. Adjustable joystick sensitivity and dampening reduce the chair's response to involuntary motion, and a firmer, contoured grip adds stability. When tremor makes direct driving unsafe, an attendant control or caregiver remote lets someone else steer. A joystick is generally easier to manage with tremor than a scooter tiller, which needs steadier hand control.
How do you keep someone with Parkinson's from sliding forward in a wheelchair?
To keep someone with Parkinson's from sliding forward, tilt the whole seat back slightly so the hips rest against the backrest instead of drifting toward the front edge. An anti-slide or gel cushion adds friction and comfort during prolonged sitting, and lateral supports help with leaning to one side. A positioning belt can help, but one the user cannot release themselves from may count as a restraint under care-facility rules, so check with the care team before using one.
Do people with Parkinson's need a tilt-in-space or reclining wheelchair?
Not everyone with Parkinson's needs a tilt-in-space or reclining wheelchair, but it helps once posture control fades, and your loved one starts to slump or slide forward. Tilt-in-space rotates the whole seat while holding the hip angle, which supports posture, eases fatigue, and shifts pressure off the tailbone during long sitting, without changing the seated position. Reclining opens the backrest angle instead, which is good for rest but can let someone slide if used on its own. Earlier on, someone who still sits upright and self-propels usually does fine with a standard chair and a good cushion.
What is the best lightweight, folding wheelchair for transporting someone with Parkinson's?
The best lightweight, folding wheelchair for transport is one light enough for a caregiver to lift into a car yet stable enough for daily use, which points to folding carbon-fiber and aluminum frames. Among manual chairs, the Feather weighs about 13.5 pounds when folded. Among folding power chairs, the Journey Air Elite is about 26 pounds with the battery removed, though it is built for active, part-time users rather than someone fully dependent on the chair. A folding frame and a removable battery matter most, since they decide whether one person can load the chair alone. For frequent appointments, lighter is usually the priority, as long as the chair still holds your loved one securely.
Can a wheelchair adapt as Parkinson's disease progresses?
A wheelchair can adapt as Parkinson's progresses, either through an adjustable chair or by choosing a model that gains features over time. Many chairs let you change seat height, backrest angle, cushions, headrests, and footrests as posture and support needs shift. Some manual frames also accept a power-assist or full-power conversion, so a chair bought for early self-propelling can be motorized later. Choosing with six months from now in mind, not just today, often delays the point at which a second chair is needed.
Are the wheelchairs in this collection FSA and HSA eligible?
Most wheelchairs in this collection are FSA- and HSA-eligible because a wheelchair used for mobility is considered durable medical equipment, which most FSA and HSA plans treat as a qualified expense. Keep the itemized receipt and, if your plan asks, a doctor's note stating medical necessity.