Medop CC

27/07/2026

Can power assist be funded through medical aid? 📄

In some cases, assistive mobility products may be considered by medical aid, depending on the member’s plan, clinical motivation and functional need.

Funding decisions often depend on:
• Diagnosis and ICD-10 codes
• Clinical assessment reports
• Motivation from healthcare professionals
• Functional mobility limitations
• Whether the product is considered medically necessary

Power assist may be considered differently from a full power wheelchair, so correct documentation is important.

Medop CC can assist users, families and therapists with quotations, product information and supporting documentation.

23/07/2026

23/07/2026

Mobility upgrades should match the person, not just the budget. 💡

Power assist can sometimes be a more affordable option than a full power wheelchair, especially when the user already has a suitable manual wheelchair.

But cost should not be the only deciding factor.

Consider:
• User strength and fatigue
• Posture and seating needs
• Daily environment
• Transport requirements
• Long-term diagnosis
• Caregiver support

If advanced seating, tilt, pressure care or full-time powered mobility is needed, a power wheelchair may still be the better clinical option.

Medop CC can help you compare your options clearly.

20/07/2026

Need a little extra support without moving to a full power wheelchair? ♿

A power assist device can be a practical mobility upgrade for selected manual wheelchair users, helping to make everyday movement smoother, easier and less physically demanding.

Power assist may help with:

• Less pushing effort
• Reduced caregiver strain
• Longer distance support
• Easier movement on ramps and slopes
• Keeping the manual wheelchair you already know
• Improved everyday independence
• Easier transport and storage
• Smoother daily mobility

For users who still manage well in a manual wheelchair but need extra support for fatigue, outings, slopes or caregiver-assisted movement, power assist may be a helpful next step.

Speak to Medop CC to find out whether power assist could be the right fit for your mobility needs. 💙

16/07/2026

Power assist is not for everyone, but for the right user, it can make a big difference. 💪

It may benefit manual wheelchair users who still have some self-propulsion ability but need extra support during the day.

Power assist may help users who:
• Fatigue quickly when pushing
• Struggle with ramps or longer distances
• Want to stay active in a manual wheelchair
• Need support for shopping centres, schools or workspaces
• Have caregivers who experience strain when pushing

The right assessment matters. Medop CC can assist with product guidance and help you understand whether power assist is a suitable option.

13/07/2026

Meet SHESHA, a practical way to upgrade manual mobility. ⚡

The SHESHA is a rear-mounted power assist device designed to convert a manual wheelchair into a motorised mobility solution.

Key features include:
• Rear-mounted design
• Push-button control
• 250W motor
• 24V lithium battery
• 1–6km/h speed range
• Lightweight 6.5kg unit weight

For users and caregivers who need extra support without immediately moving to a full power wheelchair, SHESHA may offer a helpful step forward.

Contact Medop CC to learn more about compatibility and suitability.

09/07/2026

Power assist or power wheelchair, which option is right for you? 📖

Choosing the best mobility solution depends on more than the product. It depends on the user’s strength, posture, endurance, environment, caregiver support and future needs.

Our latest article compares:
• Power assist devices
• Full power wheelchairs
• Cost considerations
• Funding and medical aid options
• When each solution may be appropriate

Read the full guide here:
Power Wheelchair or Power Assist? Choosing the Right Solution
https://www.medop.co.za/power-wheelchair-or-power-assist-choosing-the-right-solution/

Power chairs offer far more than movement. The real difference lies in how the user controls the chair.

08/07/2026

Power assist gives your manual wheelchair an extra boost. 🔋

Instead of replacing the wheelchair completely, a power assist device adds motorised support to help with movement, pushing or caregiver assistance.

Depending on the system, power assist may help with:
• Reducing upper body fatigue
• Supporting longer distances
• Making inclines easier
• Reducing caregiver strain
• Improving everyday independence

It is not a replacement for every power wheelchair user, but for the right person, it can be a smart and practical mobility upgrade.

Speak to Medop CC to find out whether power assist or a power wheelchair is better suited to your needs.