Mobility Hand Controls for
Wheelchairs and Vehicles

Mobility hand controls are found on powered wheelchairs and inside vehicles. Controls on wheelchairs can be categorized into integrated or modular controllers.

They offer a wider array of options that can be customized to the user’s needs—everything from puff and sip controls to powered seating systems, environmental controls, and communication devices.

The purpose of hand controls in vehicles is to allow you to steer and brake with a minimum of fatigue. Look for controls that can be adapted to your vehicle. And if necessary, look for controls that are flexible enough to be used by an ambulatory person.

Because the needs of wheelchair users cover a broad range, hand controls come in many varieties.

Some are easily installed and require little or no training to use. Other equipment, such as digital systems, requires extensive vehicle modification and training.

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