mobility aids News

Jazzy-Electric-Wheelchairs.com is adding a new higher quality stairlift to their inventory – the Ameriglide Vesta.

Golden Technologies Lift Chairs are second to none in their comfort, easy use, styling and fair price for a high quality recliner. Many features, sizes and colors give you the opportunity to get exactly what is needed for the ultimate in relaxation.

Latest figures, as reported by The Sun, show that nearly 50% of Britain’s population are classed as overweight, with a further 17% of males and 21% of females classed as obese.

co-operative Xest has welcomed the news that The Office of Fair Trading have recognised a need to carry out enforcement activity in order to protect vulnerable consumers from unscrupulous traders of mobility aids.

The BBC have reported that elderly and disabled people are regularly targeted by door to door mobility aids salesmen who charge up to 50% more than on the high street or online.

Daily Living Aids Specialist co-operative Xest are raising their Be Steady, Safe and Secure campaign again this year to coincide with National Falls Awareness Week in the U.K.

The January sales are fast approaching, but if you prefer to avoid the nation’s crowded shopping centres and high streets you can by shopping online, from the comfort of your own home.

Mobility scooters are great for giving individuals increased freedom and autonomy, and will be as essential as ever this winter.

Discount Mobility Shop, the mobility aid specialists, have put their expertise and years of experience into creating an own brand range of value disability aids.

Christmas is a time for giving and receiving, however gift buying can be a stressful affair, made even worse when it’s left to the last minute.

For those with mobility issues, it is often the smallest of things which can make life that bit more comfortable and enjoyable.

In today’s age we insure every aspect of our lives, from personnel cover to insurance of our pets and possessions. Our house, car and holidays are just some examples the things that we see as essential to insure and protect.

Wheelchairs are some of the most common mobility aids that we see. However choosing the correct wheelchair sometimes is a daunting task, with so many considerations needed and such a wide variety available.

Holidays are a necessary and very enjoyable part of life. However we all know that going on holiday can be a very stressful experience; this is especially the case for those with disabilities, or mobility issues.

Seamless grant application process now introduced for the Disabled and Elderly who are undertaking major house adaptations to their homes under The Housing Adaptation Grant Scheme for the Elderly and those with a disability. Free of Charge Service.

Anyone who has mobility problems will know how difficult daily life can become. The ability to enjoy life is often impaired by the simplest things such as getting yourself from A to B, getting around the house and looking after yourself.

Lloydspharmacy boosts independent living offering with acquisition of Betterlife! UK’s largest internet and mail order retailer of mobility and disability living aids and products bought by Lloydspharmacy

If you have a relative or companion who you help to get around in a wheelchair, you’ll know how tiring it can be.

The best-selling Mercury Prism 4 Mini Mobility Scooter is currently on sale from Discount Mobility Shop with a massive saving of almost £1000.

Roll Mobility is excited to announce that they are now shipping to customers in Alaska and Hawaii.

Years ago mobility sufferers were forced to suffer in silence but great modern day innovations have allowed patients to choose the right mobility aids to increase their level of confidence and safety in and out of the home.

Discount Mobility Shop are offering the chance to get a Mobility Scooter Free of Charge if England Win the WORLD CUP

The convenience of online shopping and free shipping at RollMobility.com takes the stress out of home care. With the launch of their first line of wheelchairs and mobility aids, Roll Mobility is a trusted source for affordable medical equipment.

With the advances of technology we all want to make the most of the innovations on the market and for the elderly and mobility sufferers there are an increasing number of household electrical aids that are simply perfect for everyday life.

New research by Stannah has revealed that 55+ year olds are amongst the worst in Great Britain for taking their health and fitness seriously.

UKS Mobility, a family run business that has been dealing with the mobility products and disability equipment situated in Cheshire has now announced that customers can now buy mobility aids especially the scooters under Motability Scheme.

Cerebral Palsy is a physical condition that impedes overall movement as a result of injuries to the brain. It is not particular type of disease or illness as Cerebral Palsy can affect sufferers in a variety of ways.

A stroke is said to occur when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted in some shape or form. This can happen in the form of blood clots that, if not cleared, can soon cause permanent brain damage.

Making the most of your independence can be a struggle in the kitchen. Patients and the elderly who struggle with dexterity in their hands can find it difficult to prepare and cook food.

285 million people worldwide have diabetes and this figure is set to rise, the Uk has around 2.75 million people.

Fusion is a fantastic voluntary youth group working out of a converted warehouse in Andover.

Rita Olley (77) from Todmorden has a strong background in performance, with previous experience as a Coloratura Soprano. Her passion for music and singing has continued to this day and she now helps lead the Senior Moments Concert Party in Todmorden.

Dealing with the everyday struggles that a neurological disease invariably brings can be an almighty task. The loss of your mobility, speech or any of your other senses can make life difficult for both you and your family.

Over 6% of licensed drivers in the UK are either disabled or elderly. In addition there are over 10 million disabled people in the UK, though unable to drive, will no doubt be passengers in family and careers vehicles.

Parkinson’s disease is a difficult and frustrating illness affecting one in 500 people in the UK. There are a wealth of services, advice and products on hand that can help with symptoms associated with the disease, making life easier.

Feeling safe and secure in the comfort of your own household is of primary concern to us. Using our range of household mobility products can make everyday life easier and relieve stress.

Benjamin Long from Collins Care, mobility specialists gives advice on the most popular items for the bathroom. Taking a bath can become difficult but help is at hand and I would like to guide you through some products that can make a difference

As retirement age approaches one may be looking forward to more golf,, time with the grandchildren and at last doing the things you have always wanted. However the reality can be different and often one is left looking after elderly relatives.

Benjamin Long Director of Collins Care offers useful advice to people who have mobility problems covering VAT relief, to how to choose the right walking stick for you.

Are you elderly and often have trouble getting out and about due to mobility problems and the fear of having a fall? Avoid leaving the house, and rely on others to perform simply tasks making you feel like you have lost your sense of independence?

There is a sea of mobility products out there to choose from, you can often feel drowned in it, not knowing what product works best, what will suit you and your requirements. Here is a list of ten top kitchen aids that will help you cook up a storm.

Fall prevention is a big issue: between a third and a half of people over the age of 65 suffer a fall each year, although many are minor, a quarter result in physical injury that requires medical attention, including broken bones and hip fractures.

Further calls for first aid to become part of the curriculum in English and Scottish schools - This time it is the St John Ambulance Service who is speaking out.

Forceful and even fraudulent sales people are not only tricking their way into the homes of the vulnerable and elderly, but they are even applying so much pressure that their victims are being pushed into buying products they do not need or want.

In America, it has recently been revealed that more and more children and adolescents are being diagnosed with high blood pressure (hypertension) and are being prescribed medication in order to control it.

People with disability prejudices should stop and take a few moments to think about the person and the reality of the situation.

It has been revealed that the BBC has been receiving complaints regarding Cerrie Burnell, a presenter on the CBeebies who was born with one arm.

The 2009 World Salt Awareness Week, ‘Salt and eating out’, focused on raising awareness of salt levels in restaurants, fast foods, street and canteen foods etc

We’re in the throes of winter and already the weather conditions are causing problems throughout the nation

The skin, one of the largest organs in the body, performs numerous vital functions including acting as your body’s greatest barrier against