While at one time there were very few options available in accessories for wheelchairs, fortunately today there are many more choices offered to makes the lives of individuals who rely on wheelchairs for mobility more comfortable and fulfilling. Just a few of the changes that have occurred in the scene of accessories for wheelchairs include redesigns and improvements in wheelchair trays.

One of these is the easel wheelchair tray. Available through numerous manufacturers, the easel wheelchair tray allows individuals relying on wheelchairs a wide variety of activities and experiences that would have been previously thought impossible. Most easel wheelchair trays come in a variety of sizes, ranging from twenty-one inches across all the up to 27 ½ inches across.

The smaller size is usually suitable for a child; allowing them to work on artwork and/or schoolwork. Larger activity and easel wheelchair trays work well for adults who are interested in a wide variety of activities. The great benefit of this type of wheelchair tray is that the angle is normally adjustable and the tray typically includes a large lip and removable holders that make it much easier to work on activities and art.

Another type of wheelchair tray that can be useful is the half lap tray. This tray, somewhat different than the easel wheelchair tray usually works with a hinge system that will allow the tray to fold over and ride with the side of the wheelchair when it is not in use. Depending on the type of model that you purchase, the wheelchair tray may or may not be padded. Non-padded wheelchair half lap trays will usually be less expensive and can be purchased for around $50 or so. Padded trays will typically carry a higher price tag and will cost approximately $80.

Depending on the level of your needs, you may also wish to consider a mounting platform for your wheelchair tray that will allow you to mount practically any device right to your wheelchair. This can make it incredibly easy to move your work surface wherever you need to go. Just a few of the devices that can be mounted on such a device include laptop computers as well as cup holders, fishing equipment and even an umbrella.

When considering the purchase of a wheelchair, tray be sure to look for certain features that will allow the tray to be easy to use and as least of a problem as possible. These features should include connectors that are easily removable, lightweight materials and mounting hardware that it is easy to adapt and install.

By making sure that you look for these features whenever you consider the purchase of a wheelchair tray, you can be sure that you will find not only the right tray to suit your needs but also one which will make your life easier, not harder.