Resources

Choosing a Wheelchair—a Guide for Optimal Independence, by Gary Karp. Available through O'Reilly & Associates Publishers in Sebastopol, CA; 1(707) 827.7000, or your local bookseller (ISBN #1-56592-411-8). In very clear language, this guide explains in detail, every aspect of a wheelchair, both manual and motorized. A must have for anybody buying their first wheelchair or their third! (Approximately $9.95)

A Guide to Wheelchair Selection: How to Use the ANSI/RESNA Wheelchair Standards to Buy a Wheelchair (the Consumer Reports of wheelchairs), available from the Paralyzed Veterans of America, a booklet written for consumers.
1(800) 424-8200 (Approximately $19.00)

Disabled Dealer Magazine, 1(800) 272-6112, lists used vehicles and wheelchairs.

New Mobility Magazine (and online articles)
http://newmobility.com/index.cfm
Covering every aspect of disability, including product reviews.

Otto Bock Healthcare
http://www.ottobock.com
Rehabilitation equipment—prosthetics and orthotics, seating support for wheelchairs, etc.

United Spinal Association, TechGuide
http://www.usatechguide.org//reviews.php
A Web guide to scooters, wheelchairs, and assistive technology choices—information and peer product reviews.

Wheelchair Gear
http://www.wheelchairgear.com
Well designed by wheelchair users—backpacks, mini-packs, and other useful gear.

Sportaid
http://www.sportaid.com
Sells wheelchairs, urological supplies, and a ton of other stuff