Portable Wheelchair Ramps
Portable wheelchair ramps have many advantages over permanent ramps. Portable ramps offer wheelchair users the opportunity to take them along wherever they travel for use in various entry ways, vehicles, curbs, stairs, etc. Some portable wheelchair ramp models are even available with handrails. Another important feature of portable ramps is side wheel guards - this will assure a wheelchair doesn't fall off.
Portable wheelchair ramps can be purchased for between $150 and $800, which is much less compared to the cost of hiring a contractor to install a wheelchair ramp.
Ideal for powerchairs and scooters, portable wheelchair ramps are very easy to carry and set up. Portable ramps are available in the following styles:
Suitcase portable wheelchair ramps ($90 to $280) are standard, single-folding units that fold in half and are carried like a suitcase with handles.
Telescopic portable wheelchair ramps ($300 to $600) are more expensive. These unload quickly, similar to unpacking a telescope, and provide smoother adjustments to varied lengths.
Portable wheelchair ramp weights vary in weight - from 90 pounds to a mere 8 pounds. The model you choose should depend on the wheelchair and user's combined weight and width. When purchasing a portable ramp it is also best to make a decision based upon how often the ramp will be moved. For example, purchase a lighter wheelchair ramp if you plan to transport it from place to place, or buy a heavier, sturdier portable wheelchair ramp if it will be used in a more permanent location.
Portable wheelchair ramps are generally made of steel, aluminum, and fiberglass. The material should be appropriate for the weight of both the intended user and their wheelchair.
