Customised Paediatric Manual Wheelchairs At DoAbility

Paediatric manual wheelchairs are not one-size-fits-all. They should be as unique as the child using them, configured to suit their size, clinical needs, and ongoing development.
Children who require customised manual wheelchairs are typically assessed and prescribed by occupational therapists or physiotherapists, with equipment commonly funded through the NDIS.

Why Children Need Customised Wheelchairs

Children may require a customised wheelchair for a range of clinical and functional reasons:

• Children are still growing, meaning seat width, seat depth, and frame size must allow for adjustment over time
• Poor wheelchair fit can impact posture, comfort, pressure management, and functional mobility
• Off-the-shelf wheelchairs rarely accommodate individual needs such as pelvic positioning, trunk support, or growth potential
• Customised configuration allows for safer, longer-term use as the child grows and develops

Growth, Posture, and Long-Term Fit

Paediatric manual wheelchairs are highly configurable and represent a significant clinical investment. Selecting the right wheelchair requires consideration of both current needs and future growth.

Key considerations include:

• Adjustable seat width and depth to accommodate growth
• Frame sizing matched to the child’s height and functional reach
• Backrest and seating systems configured for posture, stability, and support
• Options for tilt, recline, and centre-of-gravity adjustment where clinically required

Manual Wheelchair Configuration Options

Customised paediatric wheelchairs offer a wide range of configuration options to support individual needs and functional goals, including:

• Multiple frame sizes and frame styles
• Seating and positioning components to support active wheelchair use
• Growth kits and modular adjustments to extend the usable lifespan of the chair
• Compatibility with pressure care solutions and postural support systems

NDIS Funding and Therapist Involvement

DoAbility works closely with occupational therapists and physiotherapists to support paediatric clients requiring customised assistive technology.

Paediatric manual wheelchairs are commonly funded through the NDIS, with equipment selected to support developmental, functional, and postural outcomes identified during assessment and prescription. Our team assists with:

• Equipment configuration and quotations
• Trial coordination where required
• Documentation to support NDIS funding applications

Paediatric Wheelchairs Available at DoAbility

We support a range of configurable paediatric manual wheelchairs commonly prescribed by therapists across Australia, including:

• Berollka Little - a foldable, customisable paediatric wheelchair supporting active positioning
• Berollka Kayou - a lightweight, rigid-frame wheelchair designed for infants and toddlers
• Berollka Findus - a modular paediatric wheelchair designed to adapt as a child grows

Support With Paediatric Wheelchair Selection

We work alongside therapists and families to identify and configure the most appropriate paediatric manual wheelchair for each child.
You can request a quote or contact our paediatric equipment team for further support.