Three Must Have Accessories for a Mobility Scooter

A mobility scooter enhances the independence of its user. It opens up possibilities that were not even conceivable to someone with limited or restricted mobility prior to using one. We talked about how to select the most appropriate mobility equipment, how to use a mobility scooter for the safety of the user and the community and other related topics. Today we examine the most commonly used accessories for a mobility scooter.

Scooter Flag is a must for every scooter as it enhances the visibility of a mobility equipment as they are out in the public or private space. It helps the pedestrians, drivers and other road users to spot a mobility scooter and thereby making the road use safer for the mobility scooter user.

You can fix a bag or basket either in front or rear of the scooter. The size and type will largely depend on the size of the scooter and the user’s requirement.

A canopy to shield the user from the sun and light showers is another ‘must have’ accessory for a scooter.

In most of the standard non-portable scooters, a side view mirror is a regular feature. Other commonly used accessories are: Walking stick holder, Walker Carrier, Crutch holder, Trailer, Oxygen Tank Holder, Golf Bag Carrier and even Wheely Bin carrier. There more innovative solutions available as accessories to improve the independence of a mobility scooter user.

Comfort Discovered, (open 7 days), 511 Pacific Highway, Mt Colah, (Tel 9987 4500) stocks the largest range of scooters in one convenient showroom. Grab the opportunity to test drive a scooter of your choice and discuss the accessories that would suit your unique requirements with their highly experienced and friendly team.