2009-11-25 09:07:04 - Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual) - A World Market Review - a new market research report on companiesandmarkets.com

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""Wheelchair frames made of lightweight materials represent one of the revolutionary technologies in the global wheelchair industry. Historically, stainless steel dominated the wheelchair market. Following the intensive efforts of manufacturers to innovate and to manufacture discerning products, lightweight and ultra-light wheelchairs flooded the market. Presently, wheelchairs made of a wide range of materials including steel tubing, stainless steel, aluminum, chrome,

and alloys of chrome and other lightweight materials such as titanium are available in the market.

Despite technology advancements and emergence of powered wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs are still witnessing a growth in demand. Aging population, and legislation that requires improvements in workplace remain as prime drivers of the market. Further, increasing number of baby boomers taking care of aging parents and themselves using such products promises a strong demand for mobility aid products. Advances in medical technology saving the lives of many a premature infants and adults present another growth factor for wheelchairs market.

These and other market data and trends are presented in """"Wheelchairs (Powered and Manual): World Market Review"""" by BizAcumen, Inc. Our reports are designed to be most comprehensive in geographic coverage and vertical market analyses""