Why High-Quality Handrims are Crucial for Your Customers

  • Optimal Power Transmission: A suitable handrim enables efficient transfer of arm strength to the wheels, making the wheelchair easy to maneuver and precise – whether on flat ground or inclines.
  • Comfort and Hand Protection: Ergonomic shapes and skin-friendly materials reduce strain on hands and joints. This prevents pressure points and ensures a comfortable ride, even with prolonged use.
  • Safety and Control: Grippy surfaces, whether due to material choice or special coatings, ensure a secure grip and full control over the wheelchair, even in wet or winter conditions.
  • Customization and Aesthetics: Handrims are available in various materials, colors, and designs, significantly contributing to the personal customization of the wheelchair.

The Rolko Promise for Medical Supply Stores and Specialist Dealers

Rolko offers you, as a medical supply store or specialist dealer, wheelchair handrims that impress with their outstanding quality and well-thought-out design. We rely on robust materials and precise manufacturing to deliver components that withstand daily stresses and extend the lifespan of your customers' wheelchairs. Trust Rolko as your reliable partner for wheelchair handrims that redefine mobility and significantly enhance your customers' everyday lives.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) - Handrims for Wheelchairs

What are handrims and what are they used for?

Wheelchair handrims are the round, outer rings on the drive wheels of a manual wheelchair. They serve to allow the wheelchair user to move and steer the wheelchair forward by pushing and braking with their hands.

What materials are used for handrims?

Handrims are available in various materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, or plastic. The choice of material influences the weight, grip, and feel of the handrim.

How do you choose the right handrim?

The selection of the appropriate handrim depends on several factors: the user's hand function, personal driving style, preferred material, and whether a special grip (e.g., for quadriplegics) is needed. Compatibility with the existing wheelchair model is also important.

Do handrims need regular maintenance?

Regular cleaning and inspection for damage or looseness are recommended. In case of significant wear or defects, they should be replaced to ensure safety and driving characteristics.

In what sizes are Rolko handrims available?

Our handrims are available for wheelchair spoke wheels of 22", 24", or 26". The outer diameter of our wheelchair handrims ranges from 500 mm to 590 mm, depending on the model. Please refer to the detailed descriptions and specifications provided by the wheelchair manufacturer for more information.