Neo Wheelbase spotlight: Universal by design

No two people sit the same and no two clinicians prescribe the same. That’s why the Neo Wheelbase was designed to adapt, not dictate.

In postural care, flexibility is not a convenience but a clinical requirement. Every body shape, seating system and environment demands something different. Other wheelbases often force compromise. For example, fixed widths, limited adjustments, or generic designs that fail to meet individual needs.

Neo changes that. It’s the only width-adjustable tilt-in-space wheelbase on the UK market, designed to integrate seamlessly with almost any special seating system. By combining intelligent engineering with clinical insight, Neo gives clinicians, services and users the ability to configure support precisely, with confidence in consistent performance every time.

Designed for versatility

From the outset, Neo was developed for use across multiple users, settings and systems. Its width-adjustable frame (37 – 50 cm) grows with the user or adapts between users, reducing the need for multiple size variants.

The tilt-in-space mechanism (0–35°) maintains posture through tilt rather than recline, preserving hip angle and supporting stability for individuals with complex seating needs. The backrest recline (0–25°) adds clinical flexibility without compromising alignment, making Neo suitable for the widest range of postural presentations.

Three rear-wheel positions optimise manoeuvrability or stability, while adjustable push handles improve comfort for attendants and carers.

Each feature has a clinical purpose. The design enables optimal positioning, pressure management and functional participation – not technical complexity for its own sake.

Built for compatibility

Choice is vital, particularly in multi-disciplinary services where each assessment differs. Neo’s Flexible Cross Tube Interface integrates with most modular or bespoke seating systems, including those from Active Design and other leading manufacturers.

This compatibility transforms a single-user product into a system that works across entire fleets. Services can reuse and reissue equipment safely, reducing storage demands and costs while maintaining clinical integrity.

For wheelchair services and procurement teams, that adaptability translates into measurable value. One base can meet multiple prescriptions, improving long-term efficiency and reducing redundant stock.

Made in Britain. Built for purpose.

Neo is designed, built and supported in the UK. This ensures shorter lead times (typically within two weeks), faster adjustments and direct access to technical support when required.

Local manufacture also supports sustainability, with reduced freight emissions, shorter supply chains and the option to refurbish and redeploy frames. These factors contribute to a lower overall environmental footprint, an increasingly important consideration for NHS and public-sector procurement.

Each frame is made from durable stainless steel, selected for strength, corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning. The result is a wheelbase that performs reliably, looks professional and meets the practical demands of clinical and community environments alike.

Practical benefits for clinicians and services

Neo is built to simplify prescription, fitting and maintenance:

• Streamlined prescription: adjustable sizing and modular components reduce the need to make engineering adaptions and speeds up setup.

• Low maintenance: durable stainless-steel construction and UK-held spares minimise downtime.

• Fast fitting: universal compatibility allows same day integration with existing seating systems.

• Confidence in use: stable tilt geometry promotes safety and user trust.

These efficiencies combine to create smoother service delivery, lower total cost of ownership and better outcomes for users.

A universal approach to postural care

The Neo Wheelbase reflects a simple but powerful principle, which is design for everyone, not just someone. By prioritising adaptability and compatibility, it allows clinicians to focus on what matters most: posture, comfort and participation.

In a field where true universality is rare, Neo shows that thoughtful engineering can remove barriers and enable inclusion. It’s a wheelbase designed for today’s services and tomorrow’s users, one solution for every possibility.

Discover more about Neo’s universal design and technical specifications here.