Buying and selling second-hand disability equipment

Specialist disability equipment can be costly, and people often ask where they might be able to buy, sell (or even give away) items. This page gives some suggestions, but obviously the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign cannot recommend any one in particular.

Do be aware that when you purchase an item second hand, it is highly unlikely to come with any sort of guarantee or warranty, so you are buying it at your own risk. There is not normally a formal asssesment carried out when buying second hand items - Occupational Therapists rarely get involved. You will need to ensure that you only buy something that is suitable for your disability, and your needs.

Sometimes manufacturers will offer "trade in" prices, or will buy back items such as powered wheelchairs or stair lifts. They generally only offer low payments.  It is very rare for anyone to buy back or to resite through-floor lifts.

The Disability Equipment Register

This lists equipment for sale.  You can subscribe to receive copies of the magazine or view it on-line, whether you wish to buy or sell.

Tel: 01454 318818
Website Disability Equipment Register website

Disability Now

Place an advert in Disability Now magazine.  

Tel: 020 7619 7336
Website: Disability Now website

Target md

See the classified adverts in Muscular Dystrophy Campaign’s Target md magazine. To receive a copy or to insert a classified ad, either telephone or email.

Tel: 020 7803 4800
Email: publications@muscular-dystrophy.org

Note that if you become a Member of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign you will receive copies of Target md for free.

Place an advert on this website

Finally, don't forget that items for sale (or items wanted) can be advertised on this website, in the Community section.