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Getting a cane, walker or wheelchair is much like when teenagers get their driver's license. At least that's the way Christopher Vito sees it. Vito, president of the Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Centers, said seniors looking to overcome physical limitations by using a mobility device face many challenges.
— The benefits of exercise are not restricted to people who have full mobility. In fact, if injury, disability, illness, or weight problems have limited your mobility, it’s even more important to experience the mood-boosting effects of exercise. While there are many challenges that come with having mobility…
— First, an apology. What I am about to say will doubtless come as no surprise to anyone with experience of using a wheelchair. But before such readers sigh with exasperation – I'm sure you've been complaining about these issues for years – let me just add…
— If you're looking to buy a wheelchair or scooter lift for your car or van, we'll skip over the wheelchair/scooter advice and get right down to the lift itself. As a physical therapist, I can provide good insight into this purchase and give some…
— Which choice is right for you? In order to make an informed decision, you should understand the differences between mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs to determine which personal mobility vehicle is best suited to your individual needs.
What are the Benefits and Drawbacks of an Electric Wheelchair?
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Mobility Problems Mobility Problems Mobility is freedom. Each step is a declaration of independence. Each time you stand, you become a statue of liberty. "Without mobility, your quality of life is greatly diminished," says Sandy O'Brien-Cousins, Ed.D., professor of exercise gerontology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton.
— People of any age can have trouble getting around the house – a teenager recovering from a sports injury, a baby boomer in rehab from a heart attack or surgery, an elderly person with arthritis or balance problems. Whether your limited mobility is temporary or…
— If you need a wheelchair to get around, getting in and out of a car or taking public transportation can be challenging. It is difficult for both the person in the wheelchair as well as the person who is helping him transfer. Having a vehicle with a…
— Electric mobile aids are much more than just wheelchairs. In fact, there are as many electric mobile aids currently offered as there are automobiles. The most popular electric aids are mobility scooters and power wheelchairs, but which one you select depends entirely on which model offers the…
— When deciding whether to buy a scooter or power wheelchair, some factors to consider are:
Control and maneuverability
Scooters: are steered with a tiller, functioning like a bicycle's handlebar have rear and front wheel drive
Power Wheelchairs: are usually controlled with a programmable joystick good maneuverability in small and tight…
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