Motorized power wheelchair was invented after the World War two. It was invented by a Canadian inventor George Johann Klein. He invented the electric wheelchair for the injured war veterans. Canada considered motorized power wheelchair, as their greatest invention that have benefited many. The electric wheelchair has changed millions of lives, giving hope to those people with walking disability. This motor wheelchair gives them a chance to be independent. To do the things most normal people can do, with the help of the wheels in replacement of their legs.

The motorized power wheelchair is powered by electric motors that are usually found on the rear. It is also powered by batteries, that can be recharge by plugging it on the wall outlet. So to make sure that your wheelchair would keep functioning, do not forget to charge it.

Today motorized power wheelchairs are not only used by people with permanent walking disability. But they are also used in physical therapy for injured people who could not temporarily walk. These day’s electric wheelchairs are still being improved. Now electric wheelchair is more users friendly. But one important rule you have to remember before you use motor wheelchair. You have to read the manual. The manual would let you know what can be done and cannot be done for your wheelchair.