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But a common question asked by therapists is what exactly does this mean? [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/power-wheelchair-controls-proportional-vs-non-proportional) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![A Brief Guide to Wheelchair Batteries](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/A%20brief%20guide%20to%20wheelchair%20batteries%20image.jpg?width=720&name=A%20brief%20guide%20to%20wheelchair%20batteries%20image.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/a-brief-guide-to-wheelchair-batteries) Jan102020 ## [A Brief Guide to Wheelchair Batteries](https://blog.gtk.com.au/a-brief-guide-to-wheelchair-batteries) By GTK Power wheelchair batteries are often not thought of until they experience problems. At GTK, we’d like to shed some light on wheelchair batteries considering how important they are to the wheelchair. [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/a-brief-guide-to-wheelchair-batteries) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Understanding Power Wheelchair Motors: Two Pole or Four Pole](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Understanding%20power%20wheelchair%20motors-%20two%20pole%20or%20four%20pole%20image.jpg?width=720&name=Understanding%20power%20wheelchair%20motors-%20two%20pole%20or%20four%20pole%20image.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/understanding-power-wheelchair-motors-two-pole-or-four-pole) Jan102020 ## [Understanding Power Wheelchair Motors: Two Pole or Four Pole](https://blog.gtk.com.au/understanding-power-wheelchair-motors-two-pole-or-four-pole) By GTK One of the common questions we are asked about power wheelchairs is what is better, two pole or four pole motors? Like many of the ‘what is better questions’, there is no easy answer as it depends on... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/understanding-power-wheelchair-motors-two-pole-or-four-pole) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![How to Choose and Use the Right Walking Frame](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/how-to-use-the-right-walking-frame.jpg?width=720&name=how-to-use-the-right-walking-frame.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/how-to-choose-and-use-the-right-walking-frame) Jan102020 ## [How to Choose and Use the Right Walking Frame](https://blog.gtk.com.au/how-to-choose-and-use-the-right-walking-frame) By GTK Walking frames are a form of mobility aids that provide disabled people with extra support and stability for walking. Basically, it helps people with disabilities or physical restrictions to maintain... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/how-to-choose-and-use-the-right-walking-frame) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![10 Benefits of Mobility Scooters](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/mobility-scooters.jpg?width=720&name=mobility-scooters.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/10-benefits-of-mobility-scooters) Jan102020 ## [10 Benefits of Mobility Scooters](https://blog.gtk.com.au/10-benefits-of-mobility-scooters) By GTK Mobility scooters can make it easier for people with mobility difficulties to get around. They are stylish, highly functional and attractive to look at. However, beyond these, they offer a host of... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/10-benefits-of-mobility-scooters) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Benefits of Manual and Powered Wheelchairs](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/benefits-of-wheelchairs.jpg?width=720&name=benefits-of-wheelchairs.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/benefits-of-manual-and-powered-wheelchairs) Dec272019 ## [Benefits of Manual and Powered Wheelchairs](https://blog.gtk.com.au/benefits-of-manual-and-powered-wheelchairs) By GTK Wheelchairs increase mobility and independence for people with disabilities, enabling active participation in day to day activities. [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/benefits-of-manual-and-powered-wheelchairs) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Power Wheelchair or Mobility Scooter – Which is Right for You?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/power-wheelchair-vs-mobility-scooter.jpg?width=720&name=power-wheelchair-vs-mobility-scooter.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/power-wheelchair-or-mobility-scooter-which-is-right-for-you) Dec272019 ## [Power Wheelchair or Mobility Scooter – Which is Right for You?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/power-wheelchair-or-mobility-scooter-which-is-right-for-you) By GTK Introduction For people who have limited mobility, mobility aids are a great relief. However, with mobility aids, people are faced with a slight yet significant dilemma – choosing the right one. In... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/power-wheelchair-or-mobility-scooter-which-is-right-for-you) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![An Intro to the Paratriathlon](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_116888942.jpg?width=720&name=AdobeStock_116888942.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/an-intro-to-the-paratriathlon) Dec042019 ## [An Intro to the Paratriathlon](https://blog.gtk.com.au/an-intro-to-the-paratriathlon) By GTK Paratriathlon's were first experienced at the 2016 Brazilian Paralympics. Their introduction there brought them into the spotlight for athletes of all skills and levels. [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/an-intro-to-the-paratriathlon) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Choosing a Power Wheelchair base](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%20for%20website%20-%20choosing%20a%20power%20wheelchair%20base-2.jpg?width=720&name=Image%20for%20website%20-%20choosing%20a%20power%20wheelchair%20base-2.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/choosing-a-power-wheelchair-base) Dec032019 ## [Choosing a Power Wheelchair base](https://blog.gtk.com.au/choosing-a-power-wheelchair-base) By GTK One of the first things to consider when scripting a power wheelchair is what kind of base will work best for the client. But why is the base type, or the drive wheel location, so important? [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/choosing-a-power-wheelchair-base) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Choosing the Right Disability Stroller for Your Child](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_39147616.jpeg?width=720&name=AdobeStock_39147616.jpeg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/choosing-the-right-disability-stroller-for-your-child) Apr052019 ## [Choosing the Right Disability Stroller for Your Child](https://blog.gtk.com.au/choosing-the-right-disability-stroller-for-your-child) By GTK Most parents will purchase a stroller for their child at some point. It's an invaluable accessory for getting around with a child or baby. But choosing the right stroller can be difficult. There are... 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