Mobility Scooters and Wheelchairs

Thousands of people have been helped with the invention of the mobility scooters. The need in this fast paced society is one that is very mobile. With the invention of the power operated vehicles, or the POV’s as they are referred to, has made life for the user and the care giver so much easier.

The user is now able to travel as never before. Even the sidewalks have been made to accommodate the mobile scooter user. This increases the self-confidence and independence of the user.

The wide variety of users has also called for the development of specific types of mobile scooters. From the small light weight to the heavy duty, a size is available for almost everyone. Even the most obese can benefit from the development of the bariatric mobility scooters. The medical profession has really made use of these scooters to help with the transport of these patients. With most of the scooters, the ability to break them down for easy storage and transportation in the family vehicles have been made fairly simple. Or if you have the need a lift can be placed on most vehicles. The Harmar Scooter Lift makes a lift that will fit almost any vehicle on the market today.

The Lark Mobility Scooter has a wide selection of scooters to choose from. From the smaller 3 wheel design or the larger 4 wheel, Lark has the scooter for your individual needs. Do you need a scooter for just the inside or smooth like the malls, shopping centers or roads? Even if you need something to be used more in the outside on the uneven ground to visit some of the parks or just a rougher condition then the paved surfaces, the Lark Mobility Scooter has just the right fit and design for your individual conditions and desires. No longer do you have to be left behind.

Do you need a basket to help you carry items? How about some accessories like a cup holder for your drinks? There is also medical accessories like the oxygen tank holder and the cane holder. Almost anything you need can be accommodated for. With the adjustable seat and arm rests, these scooters can be more then just another piece of equipment. They can now be fit to your own special and specific needs. With all of the options to choose from, there is no reason why almost anyone has to be left behind.

Bariatric is relating to or specializing in the treatment of obesity. The special needs of the obese can often be aided with the use of a bariatric mobility scooter. This could help meet the physical and the emotional needs of some of the special needs people.

 Often the issues of arthritis, diabetes and other diseases will affect the mobility of certain people. The scooter is a confidence booster for the users that have limited mobility. A new world world full of unlimited possibilities will open for the user. The ability to move around might even allow for a more normal routine and perhaps to limit the need for as much assistance. Also called heavy duty, some of these scooters can carry over 500 pounds and travel up to 10 miles an hour. With some of the same features that are found on the light weight models, the heavy duty will also include an up grade of the seat, and larger wheels for improved outdoor use. The heavy duty scooter comes with both three and four wheel designs. A few of the models even come with a 14” wheel. 

The first scooter was invent in 1968 by Al Thieme who had a family member with multiple sclerosis. This invention took place in his garage in Bridgeport, Michigan. This later became known as Amigo Mobility Scooters. The scooters of today have come a long way in the design.  With the accessories available, each of these wonderful machines can be transformed into a peice of equipment that is of a very personal nature to the user.  From simple items as a cup holder to medical items for things like an oxygen tank, these units are much more then a piece of equipment, they are a new way of life to some special needs people.

The medical industry has used the bariatric mobility scooter to help transport patients. Different types and designs have be engineered to meet the specific needs in the field of medical transportation. Some of the designs are even motorized. Some of the designs allow that only one or two people be needed to help the patient whereas before the need of several assistances may have been needed.  Pride Mobility Scooters have designed many styles of bariatric scooters under the Quantum Rehab devision.

 Al Thieme had a family member diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. This was the motivation to invent the “friendly wheelchair” and was what initiated the scooter industry. The Amigo, as it was name was invented in the garage of Mr. Thieme in Bridgeport, Michigan in 1968.

 This simple invention has helped thousands of people of all different ages with mobility limitations throughout the world find personal freedom and independence. The Amigo Mobility International, Inc., continues to provide American made power operated vehicles, commonly referred to as POVs.

Amigo Mobility International, Inc., continues to be one of the most innovative producers of one of the most user freindly POVs on the market today. With distributions nationwide, the customer is just a simple call away from the freedom that can only come with the aid of the scooters. With compact designs and dependable operation a must , the scooters are some of the most sought after in the market. User-friendly features together with their simple maintenance makes it easy to understand why these are some of the most sought after POVs. With the access of replacement parts, its also simple to upgrade and do some very unique customizing of each scooter to fit the needs of each person.

One of the most unique distinctions of the Amigo brand is the ability to customize your own scooter to your on specific needs. The arms can be extended, or readjusted in, out, up, down or totally removing either or both. With a choice of leg pad assemblies or the vertical seating adjustment on the height of 7-3/4”. These customized accessories offer a personalization of the POV to make this a true extension of the owner. With more then 40 years of manufacturing and service experience, the team at Amigo is able to back it’s products with one of the best warranties in the industry. American made Amigo is the one and only place where simplistic diagnostics meets sophisticated technology.

With the motorized shopping carts, rear wheel drive to expands outdoor mobility, the worlds first folding power operated vehicle, and bariatric mobility scooters for transport of the obese, Amigo is willing and able to meet all of the powered operated vehicle needs.  Amigo has a large selection of indoor and outdoor products.

Before purchasing your scooter, take a little time to decide what type of chair will best fit your personal needs. Decide where you will be spending most of your time. A seat that can automatically lock every 90 degrees could be important for your needs as being able to transfer yourself safely is of the up most importance. Or does your personal situation allow for swivel of the seat to promote the movement of your lower extremities. What features do you require in the drive controls? The oval handle of the Amigo protects the throttle from accidentally being hit and also allows use with the fingers or the thumb and allows for resting the hands. The need of some upper body strength and being able to sit with minimal support is a requirement of your ability to drive and control the scooter. You will also have to be able to lift your arms and hands to the driving position. Will you need transport your chair?  How long per day will you need to set in the chair?