With obesity on the rise in the United Kingdom, bariatric care is becoming increasingly relevant in modern society. More people than ever are carrying excessive weight. 2019 figures from the NHS...
Being able to use the toilet without assistance and in privacy is not something everyone can take for granted in old age. Numerous illnesses and physical conditions may mean we may require assistance...
Getting used to wheeled mobility aids is a reality for many ageing people in the UK. Walking sticks, wheeled walkers and wheelchairs are important tools if you have reduced mobility. Conditions like...
A walking stick is one of the indispensable disability aids that assist people with mobility limitations walk around and stay self-reliant. As it is a necessary disability aid, you need to ensure that...
Confusion over what medicine you have taken and what you need to take is a common thing. Especially for elders, due to ageing, the problem of forgetting becomes worse. Also, forgetting medicines lead...
Toileting aids used outside of a conventional bathroom play a part in the lives of many people in the UK. Certain physical conditions reduce mobility, making using the WC more difficult. Fortunately...
Accessibility for visitors to commercial premises is critical in today’s competitive world. With one in five of the UK’s population living with some form of disability, it makes sense to take the...
Toilet aids are highly useful for people with mobility restrictions. Two essential aids to make toilets accessible are a raised toilet seat and a commode chair. A toilet seat is for those who have...
While everyone considers air-travel a pleasant experience, people with mobility issues/limitations may not find it that easy and comfortable. While mobility aids can help to an extent, carrying them...
Walking aids prove useful for people with standing and walking difficulties. They provide freedom and independence to move without human's support.There are various types of aids, and they provide...
Adhering to your treatment schedule may not be easy all the time. It may seem like a small issue but it can stretch your treatment period and affect your medical condition as well. So, if you keep...
As people grow older, several age-related issues may set in. They may pose problems like pain, balance issues, or others while walking - especially for long distances. Luckily, a mobility aid like a...
Special toileting equipment can play an important part of life in old age. There are many pieces of equipment which can help when toileting without assistance becomes difficult. These include items...
Probably, nobody would want to get a pay cut as long as they are in a position to go to the office and work. However, several circumstances arise at times that render them unable to do so. They may...
Aluminium Ramps are mainly useful for wheelchairs. They help to transfer wheelchairs over stairs or if they are slightly raised. These ramps are mostly for moving those who are on wheelchairs.They...
Author Bio
Derry has been working in the mobility aids industry since 2003, acquiring a wealth of knowledge along the way. Before Essential Aids, Derry's background was in engineering. In his spare time he is a devotee of yoga and rare reggae vinyl.