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Stairlift safety is an important thing to keep in mind when purchasing a stairlift. Purchasing a stairlift can make your home a much safer place for you to live, no matter the reason for your decreased mobility. It can help to give both you and your loved one’s peace of mind that you are safe…
There are many conditions that affect mobility. We’ve previously talked about illnesses like Huntington’s Disease, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, and multiple sclerosis, and now we are turning our attention to cerebral palsy, which occurs in 1 out of 400 children, no matter their background or ethnicity. Cerebral palsy refers to a group of movement disorders…
What is Huntington’s Disease? There are many diseases and conditions that can affect people’s mobility country-wide. Here at UK Stairlifts, we are dedicated to making homes and businesses accessible. It’s important for those who experience a lack of mobility because of a disease, making their day to day more bearable.
When an elderly relative becomes less mobile, it can be worrying. Balancing providing support while avoiding diminishing their independence is tricky. At UK Stairlifts, we know how important it is to provide this kind of support. But if you’re unsure of how you can best support or care for your elderly relative, take a look…
Times are a changin’ and attitudes with it. The awareness of equal rights for all is still an important issue in our increasingly conscious society, so a recent ruling by the Supreme Court is being hailed as a step in the right direction. Doug Paulley, a wheelchair user from Wetherby in West Yorkshire, was unable…
Ataxia is a condition that consists of a lack of voluntary muscle coordination. It is a non-specific manifestation, a dysfunction of the nervous system that helps to coordinate movement. However, it can come in a variety of forms – depending on the severity of the condition – which can affect your ability to navigate the…
Having a stairlift installed can be a big decision to make towards the improvement of your home. However, you should never be in the dark about what a home lift installation will actually entail for you and your home. This is something we here at ALS Stairlifts strive to avoid.
In recent times, there has been a boom in the advancements of technologies that aid people with mobility issues. Some are for people with minor mobility issues, others are for individuals who are badly affected with their mobility.
Did everyone have a Merry Christmas? Full of mulled wine, mine pies and the opening of a multitude of presents? We hope you and all your loved ones had a holiday filled with delight and wonder for the little ones. Christmas is truly a special time of year and we know how important it is…
As technology develops, more and more people are using it to adapt their homes to suit their lifestyles. From clap-on light switches to the stairlift, decreased mobility no longer has to be an issue in the comfort of your own home. The physical benefits of such technology are obvious and something that we here at…