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I never really had an interest in disability aids, the reason being that I am only young and what teenager thinks of these sorts of things. Also I don’t need one just yet! But ever since my Dad had an accident, him only being young also, and needing a wheelchair, it hit me that not only is it elderly people who need help and assistance but anyone at any age can need to use disability equipment such as wheelchairs, walking frames and many others.

My Dad had an accident while at work as he did work on buildings and fell from a great height which damaged his back for life. He now has to use a wheelchair and can’t move around as easily as he could or would like to, him only being in his 40’s, he can’t do all the things he should be able to do at his age.

Although he may not be able to do ALL the things he wants to do he can still do a lot of things but if there wasn’t such thing as disability aids I don’t know if he would be able to do anything. Over the years his back has got a lot better than what it was and he no longer needs to stay in his wheelchair. He sometimes has enough strength to use crutches to help him get along.  He uses the crutches around the house but when he goes out he prefers to use his wheelchair as it can be very tiring walking round the shops using crutches and may cause more pain or problems for his back.

Seeing my Dad go from working everyday to having to be in a wheelchair for the rest of his life had a big impact on my life, seeing as I thought disability aids were just for elderly people but now I realise things change so quickly and you never know when you may need this sort of help or assistance yourself, but if it wasn’t for wheelchairs and crutches my Dad wouldn’t be half as happy as he is today doing the things that he still can achieve instead of nothing at all.

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In the past, if a child needed a wheelchair parents would simply buy a large chair and let the child grow into it. This should not be the case. Sitting is important to all children. Since most children attend school, increased attention should be provided to them. If they do not have a comfortable wheelchair to use, they will most likely get discouraged from studying.

Today there are many wheelchair style, colors and features available to meet all the needs of younger users. Many manufacturers have developed wheelchairs that will cater to the changing needs of children. There are several factors that need to be considered when choosing a wheelchair for your child. The first thing you need to consider is the childs age, abilities and disabilities. It may be in your best interest to consult a professional to decide which type of chair is appropriate for your child. They will determine if your child is suited to use manual chair, powered chair or other wheelchair alternative.

It is likewise important that children and their parents actively participate in the selection process of the wheelchair. They are the individuals most aware of the needs and circumstances in which the wheelchair will be used. So they should work together in choosing the right wheelchair.

There is really no need to rush on buying a chair for your child. It is far better to take sometime than to make a rush decision. You would not want to regret your purchase in the end. That is why it is important that you make an informed decision when it comes to the chair you will use for a considerable amount of time. Realize also that less is more. So use accessories only when necessary. As every wheelchair is as individual as the user, it does not really matter if the chair is really good if it does not fit the child who will use it.

Lastly, it is also important to consider the childs personal interest and choice. The wheelchair will not simply be something he will need. It will also be an expansion of his personality. Hence, comfort in a wheelchair is more than how it feels to the body. It should also be comfortable to the personality.

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