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Wheelchair & Scooter Accessories

This is our extensive range of accessories for wheelchairs and scooters. We have waterproof clothing and covers, along with other useful items like wheelchair gloves and umbrellas. Wheelchair tables, wheelchair covers, straps, bags, armrests and signs are also available. Our extensive range of wheelchair accessories and mobility scooter accessories includes products to suit all your specific needs. The equipment in this section has been selected for its quality and value for money. Our wheelchair scooter accessories have been tailored to fit the vast majority of brands found in the UK. Check out these other mobility aids here.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Are accessories available for my wheelchair or mobility scooter?

There are many extra items to choose from which enhance your wheelchair or mobility scooter.

These have been developed in response to specific user needs.

What kinds of wheelchair accessories are available?

The range is wide and includes an inventive list of products.

Some of the more popular include:

Wheelchair gloves - specially padded gloves designed to provide protection and comfort as you self-propel your wheelchair.

Wheelchair safety belts - these prevent the user from tipping forward in their chair.

Rain covers - these wheelchair accessories fit over a wheelchair or mobility scooter when it's not in use, offering protection from the rain.

Waterproof covers for mobility scooter controls - these fit over the control panel of your scooter, keeping it and your hands dry in the rain.

Rainwear for wheelchair or mobility scooter users - special garments which cover all or part of the body, must-have wheelchair rainwear and other accessories for the British weather!

Bags for wheelchairs and bags for mobility scooters - storage bags of various sizes, all designed to attach securely to your chair or scooter.

Walking stick holders or clips - these small devices attach to the frame of the wheelchair or body of the scooter, allowing you to clip on the shaft of a walking stick or crutch.

Wheelchair trays - these trays fix securely, providing a table in front of you which you can use for meals, drinks, magazines etc. Most versions fold out of the way when not in use.

Wheelchair cushions - there's an extensive range of wheelchair cushions available, from lightweight foam to gel-filled versions for people vulnerable to developing pressure sores.

Wheelchair and mobility scooter safety accessories - these wheelchair accessories are usually reflective items making your presence clear to others on the roads and pavements.

Are rain covers available for my wheelchair or mobility scooter?

There are many covers which fit over wheelchairs or scooters, protecting them from the elements while not in use.

There are also covers available which protect a mobility scooter's control panel when in use.

What's the difference between wheelchair gloves and normal gloves?

Wheelchair gloves have specially located padding which eases pressure on the user's hands as they push the large rear wheels of self-propelling chairs.

Is there a separate section for clothing designed specifically for use with a wheelchair or mobility scooter?

Yes, these are among the most popular wheelchair accessories and you can see the wheelchair and mobility scooter clothing range here.

Garments are available designed to keep out the rain, like ponchos, macs and leg covers.

There is also plenty of clothing for the winter months. Many have dense fleece lining, made to keep you warm on cold days.

These include zip-up full-body covers, as well as smaller items like hand muffs.

Is there a section specifically for wheelchair cushions?

Yes, you can see the extensive range of wheelchair cushions here.

We offer foam, air-filled and gel-based versions.

Their specific characteristics provide different degrees of comfort, support and protection against pressure sore development.

They are also available in different sizes, so it's important to know the dimensions of your wheelchair's seat before choosing one.

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