Hand Controls: Ideal Mobility Accessories

Hand Controls

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Don't let limited mobility keep you out of the driver's seat! Hand controls are ideal mobility accessories for driver's who can't operate foot pedals. Instead of the usual gas and brake pedals, hand controls, which are usually mounted below the steering wheel, allow you to control the van with your hands.

At Wheelchair Vans of Louisiana, installing mobility accessories like these hand controls are just another way we keep you connected to the world. Not sure hand controls are the type of mobility accessories you were looking for? Get the details below and contact us with questions.

Hand Control Types

• Push/rock style - When the driver pushes the handle forward the vehicle will brake and when the lever is rocked back it will accelerate. Persons with no finger dexterity can operate this model.
• Push/right angle style - Allows the driver to push the handle upward towards the instrument panel to brake and downward at a right angle to accelerate. This method is operable for persons with limited finger dexterity.
• Push/pull style - By pushing the lever forward on the handle the vehicle's brakes will engage and when it is pulled backwards the vehicle will accelerate. A three-post hand interface can be installed to allow the user to maintain contact with the handle giving the driver greater control. This operation model is persons with limited finger dexterity friendly.
• Push/rotate style - The driver pushing the handle forward causes the vehicle to brake and when the lever is twisted the vehicle will accelerate. Full or limited finger function is required for this type of control.

Hand Controls $950.00