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Wheelchairs utilize cambered wheels for physical relief

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Angling the massive back wheels outward isn't merely a stylistic choice, it physically saves the user's shoulders from utter destruction. By placing the top of the rims closer to the occupant's body, it provides a significantly more natural pushing angle. It also drastically increases side-to-side stability on uneven terrain.

Wheelchairs utilize cambered wheels for physical relief
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