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Most of us at a certain point of our life is very likely to be hospitalized due to an injury, surgery or age related illnesses which may sometimes keep you immobile. We all wish to recover fast and regain independence and adjust life in our homes after being discharged from the hospital. There are many mobility solutions such as walking aids, walkers, mobility scooters and lift chairs to cope with managing your conditions and regaining your independence to get back to your normal life.

Walkers/Walking Aids

There are various types of walkers in the market but a space saver Walker is the most ideal and convenient equipment. It can be folded quickly and easily for storage in a small area. The four-inch wheels and rear glides assist you to move without difficulty.

This Seat Walker is a heavy duty quad seat walker that can be used indoors and outdoors. It’s equipped with the latest light touch lock brake system, 15 cm flat ridged wheels to increase grip and minimize wheel wobble and easy fold rounded backrest for comfort. It could be folded without removing the storage bag and the nylon bag prevents valuable items such as wallet, handbags from being seen.

Quickly and easily folds up for storage in small spaces. Four inch wheels and rear glides help move you effortlessly.

Quickly and easily folds up for storage in small spaces. Four inch wheels and rear glides help move you effortlessly.

Lift Chairs

A lift chair is a comfortable equipment which provides maximum comfort and satisfaction to the elderly and handicapped. The powered lifting mechanism pushes the chairs up from the base to a standing position helps a person to stand up easily from a sitting position without any difficulty. There are various types of lift chairs available in the market to suit your budget.

Royale’s Signature Mayfair recliner lift chair  made from High Quality Custom Soft Angora Fabrics features class in any setting and home décor.

Royale’s Signature Mayfair recliner lift chair made from High Quality Custom Soft Angora Fabrics features class in any setting and home décor.

Mobility Scooters

Those who find it difficult to move around in your home, or restrict your movements due to being unable to walk easily, could make things easier in their lives by using a mobility scooter. A mobility scooter is one of the best solutions for the elderly and disabled patients. These are manufactured to suit any type of ground or landscape. Once you master maneuvering the scooter you’ll be able to accomplish all your requirements and work to your entire satisfaction. There are various types of mobility scooters to suit your budget. Most scooters are equipped with long lasting batteries which save your time and energy from charging it often.

The Envoy series, brings an outstanding addition to the Drive range of mobility scooters, with a brilliant performance similar to much bigger models.

The Envoy series, brings an outstanding addition to the Drive range of mobility scooters, with a brilliant performance similar to much bigger models.

However, it becomes necessary to seriously think of mobile solutions when taking the following into account.

  • Your activities are limited indoors and outdoors due to lack of mobility.
  • Avoiding social events due to walking difficulties.
  • Boredom or depression due to lack of mobility.
  • Difficulty in standing or walking due to a medical condition.
  • Feeling unsteady with a cane or walker.
  • Friends or family remark about your inability of getting around or they fear you may fall.
  • On recommendations of a physician.

The elderly or disabled often change their life style by adjusting to mobility solutions. Many people globally have regained their independence and freedom by these solutions and are now able to visit their near ones, go on leisure trips, do their shopping, visit the doctors and live in a more comfortable manner.

 

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