PUBLISHER: Market Research Future | PRODUCT CODE: 1327678
PUBLISHER: Market Research Future | PRODUCT CODE: 1327678
An electric wheelchair also referred to as a powered wheelchair, is a mode of transportation for those who are not ambulatory. Electrical power sources, such as sealed lead-acid (SLA) batteries, are used to push it. Under the seat is a power base that stores the vehicle's wheels, motors, brakes, batteries, and wire harnesses. It also includes cushions, headrests, and backrests constructed of gel, foam, and air-filled bladders. To regulate the movement and acceleration of an electric wheelchair, users typically use joysticks or switches. The electric wheelchair is a crucial piece of equipment for the elderly and the disabled. Their mobility is facilitated, and their quality of life is improved. For maximum safety, these wheelchairs are equipped with cutting-edge technologies, including seatbelts and brakes. An electric wheelchair is propelled with the help of an electric motor rather than manual effort. The rising disorders and diseases are leading hospitals to use electric wheelchairs, improving the patient's welfare. It is also assisting both the patients and healthcare workers. Moreover, electric wheelchairs are integrated with in-home care settings, which helps to move and shift patients safely.
The US electric wheelchair market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.6% during the forecast period.
The US electric wheelchair market is segmented, based on the manufacturing process, into Central Wheel Drive Chair, Front Wheel Drive Chair, and Rear Wheel Drive Chair.
The US electric wheelchair market is segmented, based on end-user, into home care settings, Hospitals and Clinics, and Others.
Sunrise Medical, Quantum Rehab, Pride Mobility Products Corp, Invacare Corporation, Ottobock, Ewheels Medical, Karman Healthcare, Merits Health USA, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare and Golden technologies are the major companies in the market.
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