Electric Wheelchairs - Freedom and Flexibility Electric wheelchairs offer freedom and flexibility to people who have limited mobility. They allow people to visit new places without having to worry about accessibility, and attend events that may not be accessible. The joystick is mounted on the armrests of many powered wheelchairs. https://figueroa-wolfe.blogbright.net/electric-wheelchair-with-joysticks-history-history-of-electric-wheelchair-with-joystick/