As time goes by, we get older, and so do our parents and grandparents. For our elderly loved ones, mobility issues that affect their day-to-day life only become more common as they get on in years. It is not only elderly people that sometimes have mobility challenges, there are other factors that can create the necessity to use an aid to enhance your mobility. Some of those conditions include

Osteoarthritis
Joint pain
Rheumatoid arthritis
Muscle weakness or pain
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Balance issues
Mobility issues
Children who have mobility issues
Obesity

Mobility equipment aids are assistive devices suitable for senior adults, injured people or people with decreased mobility due to other health issues, that help them carry on their daily routine without being dependent on caretakers. Seniority has curated a wide range of mobility aids specially designed to suit your requirements. These include wheelchairs, walkers & rollators, walking sticks and crutches. Your nurse could use a slide sheet to help you turn in bed or transfer aid to help you move from bed, to chair, to toilet

BENEFITS OF USING MOBILITY AIDS

Can prevent falls and related injuries
Increase in confidence and independence level
Enhance user safety
Can aid in quicker recovery in case of injuries or post-surgery
Stability in movement and balance
Suitable for short-term injuries as well as permanent disabilities


Types of Mobility Aids for the Elderly

1. Walking Canes
Walking canes offer the least amount of support out of the six and are designed to assist with balance or to decrease weight from an affected leg. These are suitable for individuals who only need a bit of support. 


2. Quad Sticks
As opposed to the single point walking cane, a quad stick has a metal base on the bottom with four small rubber-capped feet extending from the base. They come in two types, narrow and broad-base, and are generally more stable compared to walking canes. 


3. Walking Frames
Walking frames have a lightweight metal body with four rubber-capped legs. They offer support for those who are less steady on their feet and require more support on both sides. Walking frames transfer about 64% of the user’s weight through their arms, making them more stable and comfortable compared to crutches and walking canes.


4. Rollators
A rollator typically has four wheels and can also double up as a seat when the person using it needs a rest. The wheels also mean that it works better on uneven terrain outdoors, compared to a walker that may get stuck. Several rollators come with an attached bag, which can be pretty handy. 


5. Standard Wheelchairs
Walking aids that provide support to the lower body and enable one to move around independently plays a crucial role in preserving mobility. However, there may come a point in time when walkers or rollators just aren’t enough.


6. Mobility Scooters and Electric Wheelchairs
For those who are not able to use standing mobility aids or a manual wheelchair, Personal Mobility Aids (PMAs) such as mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs are available.

Unlike electric scooters, mobility scooters do not have to fulfil the weight (max 20kg) and width (max 70cm) criteria. They are also not required to register and comply with UL2272 safety standards. 

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Bathroom and Toilet Chair
1. Commode Chair
A commode chair, known in British English simply as a commode, is a type of chair used by someone who needs help going to the toilet due to illness, injury or disability. A commode chair sometimes has wheels to allow easy transport to the bathroom or shower. [url]Buy commode chair in Lagos Nigeria[/url]

2. Bath Bench with Back Rest
The Lightweight Height-Adjustable Non-Slip Shower Bench with Optional Backrest provides comfort and support for users who need support while showering or bathing. This bench features a lightweight polyethylene construction that is still durable and supportive. Handholds and a non-skid surface add extra stability and balance while holes allow excess water to drain easily away. The aluminum legs are equipped with rubber tips to prevent slipping and ensure stability. Check the price of bath bench in Nigeria

3. Transfer Bathroom Bench
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The Bathtub Transfer Bench is designed to assist individuals while entering and exiting the bath for renewed independence
This versatile transfer bath bench is ideal for adults who need extra support getting in and out of the bathtubs. Buy transfer bench in Nigeria

4. Bathroom shower stool
This high-quality shower chair is made of aluminum alloy and leather. It is reversible and height adjustable, allowing it to work for everyone in nearly every bathroom. Assembly is fast and mostly tool-free. The seat is contoured for comfort and stability and comes with drainage holes to prevent slippage. The sturdy A-frame design prevents falls and breakage. Buy bath stool in lagos

Elevated Toilet Seat & Safety Rails
Raised toilet seats and safety rails are designed specifically for those who have a difficult time maneuvering from the sit to stand position on a standard toilet. This may be due to lack of balance, recovering from surgery, or conditions such as; arthritis, back, knee or hip pain - making it difficult and painful to lower oneself without assistance.