Your method of getting around has a major impact your daily activities and the places you go. Having the ability to stand and pivot could mean the difference between independence and depending on others for your most basic needs. Just being able to take a few steps can be a huge advantage, especially in tighter areas such as bathrooms. These tight areas allow for easy reaching and holding on to grab bars, sinks and counters. For some people the mobility solutions vary and may include multiple devices for each environment. For instance a manual wheelchair for the home, a scooter for work and even a handcycle for exercise. Mobility Assistance Equipment comes in many forms, shapes and sizes. The options include, but are not limited to:
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Assistive Devices for Ambulation- Items to help with walking such as walking canes, crutches and walkers and rollators.
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Manual wheelchair- Including chair with movable wheels to improve your ability to self-propel or be pushed by another individual.
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Power Asssist Devices- Added to manual wheelchairs to assist with propelling.
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Scooters – Three or Four wheeled devices with a tiller for steering, especially good for tight turns and manuvering.
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Power Wheelchairs - Front wheel, Mid wheel and Rear wheel drive options, controlled by a joystick or an alternate control device. Available with multiple seating options including power seating options.
There are many things to consider before investing in either of these devices, and such a purchase can be the ticket to greater independence. There are resources leading to actual end user reviews of many of these mobiity products. Do your research and get moving!
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