{"id":30413,"date":"2022-08-10T15:31:59","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T08:31:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/th\/?p=30413"},"modified":"2022-08-10T15:31:59","modified_gmt":"2022-08-10T08:31:59","slug":"the-benefits-of-a-folding-power-wheelchair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/th\/en\/the-benefits-of-a-folding-power-wheelchair\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of A Folding Power Wheelchair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>KARMA understand how important freedom and independence is to a wheelchair user. A\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/product_cate-2\/power-wheelchair\/#tab_foldable\">folding power wheelchair<\/a>\u00a0could be the solution that wheelchairs users need to achieve this. This blog is going to discuss the benefits of a folding power wheelchair and why it\u2019s never been easier to get out and about!<\/p>\n<h2>Increases your independence<\/h2>\n<p>Wheelchair users can sometimes feel like a burden, which results in them in wanting to be more independent. To go wherever they want, whenever they want. Sometimes a manual wheelchair may feel restricting however, a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/product_cate-2\/power-wheelchair\/#tab_foldable\">folding power\u00a0wheelchair<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/product_cate-2\/power-wheelchair\/\">power wheelchairs<\/a>\u00a0in general can increase the feeling of independence because you don\u2019t need to rely on anyone to assist you.<\/p>\n<p>A foldable power wheelchair can help you as part of your daily routine to complete tasks as well as socialize with friends and family without the help of a caregiver.<\/p>\n<div id=\"row-1259622658\" class=\"row\">\n<div id=\"col-1248578004\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\">\n<div class=\"col-inner text-center\">\n<div id=\"image_1620583442\" class=\"img has-hover x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\">\n<div class=\"img-inner dark\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-1024x683.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4566-600x400.jpg 600w\" alt=\"eFlexx\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Increases happiness<\/h2>\n<p>With increased independence, you (the wheelchair user) will feel happier after completing tasks and activities that would otherwise not have been possible without a folding power wheelchair. This will boost your mood and those around you.<\/p>\n<h2>Saves space<\/h2>\n<p>A folding power wheelchair can be easily stored. As the name suggests, it can be folded to be more compact and often accessories removed to save even more space. They are perfect for individuals who don\u2019t have a lot of living space. A foldable wheelchair also makes the chair easier to fit in the trunk of a car. This makes travelling a breeze, and you can save money by not needing to purchase a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/2022\/05\/best-motor-vehicles-for-wheelchair-users\/\">specialized car<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"row-1412159061\" class=\"row\">\n<div id=\"col-396570120\" class=\"col small-12 large-12\">\n<div class=\"col-inner text-center\">\n<div id=\"image_127463101\" class=\"img has-hover x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\">\n<div class=\"img-inner dark\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-1024x683.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/PS1H4658-600x400.jpg 600w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Convenient, lightweight, and foldable<\/h2>\n<p>KARMA has a wide range of lightweight folding power wheelchairs such <a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/featured_item\/efl\/\">eFlexx<\/a>\u00a0which can be easily transported or stored away when not in use. Being foldable and with removable parts also makes it easier to be transported by a caregiver. A lightweight foldable power wheelchair is a great option for users looking for a wheelchair for everyday use.<\/p>\n<h2>Increased comfort<\/h2>\n<p>KARMA wheelchairs have been carefully crafted with the wheelchair user in mind. We understand that there are a wide range of wheelchair users with individual needs, which is why KARMA wheelchairs can be modified with a wide range of accessories and adjustments to ensure the utmost comfort of the user. The user should not only be comfortable sitting in the chair, but also be able to comfortably control the wheelchair.<\/p>\n<h2>Safe to use and travel<\/h2>\n<p>Amongst the wide range of KARMA folding power wheelchair, a lot of models have been safety crash tested in accordance with international standard ISO 7176-19, which means that the wheelchair can be used as a seat in a motor vehicle.<\/p>\n<h2>KARMA Fit<\/h2>\n<p>When choosing a wheelchair, it\u2019s important to consider all the needs of the user. This includes their body measurements, prognosis, lifestyle, and budget; this is what we call the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/2022\/01\/why-is-it-so-important-to-choose-the-right-wheelchair\/\">KARMA Fit<\/a>. If you are still unsure or have questions about which wheelchair to choose, you can contact your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/global\/\">local KARMA dealer<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmamedical.com\/contact\/\">contact HQ<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 85%;\">Follow us for updates !<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 85%;\">Facebook:\u00a0<span style=\"color: #00a196;\"><a style=\"color: #00a196;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/karmamedicalthai\">Karma Wheelchair Thailand <\/a><\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 85%;\">Line OA: @karmamedicalthai<\/span><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KARMA understand how important freedom and independence is to a wheelchair user. A\u00a0folding power wheelchair\u00a0could be the solution that wheelchairs users need to achieve this. This blog is going to discuss the benefits of a folding power wheelchair and why it\u2019s never been easier to get out and about! 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