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Is sitting bad for you? The link between illness and sitting first emerged in the 1950s. Researchers found double decker bus drivers were twice as likely to have heart attacks as bus conductors. The drivers sat for 90 per cent of their shifts and the conductors climbed about 600 stairs each day, staying physically active….
The maximum weight for a stair lift will depend on the particular make and model. However, most stairlifts have a maximum weight of 20–25 stone (280–350 lbs). It’s in this weight bracket where you’ll find the most choice of stairlift models. Heavy-duty, bariatric stairlifts have a higher weight capacity than standard stairlifts – up to…
It’s cold out there so here’s our tips for keeping your house warm this winter. If you spend a lot of time indoors, it’s vital you heat your home and stay warm. Once you start to get cold, it’s much harder to recover. Don’t forget to move around and do some exercise. Hot drinks and…
So, how can you help the elderly with their independence? As a carer or a relative of an elderly individual, showing care and affection is vital. But there many other ways you can assist them to help loved ones keep their independence. No one likes to feel alone. When mobility is restricted, it’s easy for…
There are numerous conditions that can restrict our mobility. As we have previously explored the illnesses Cerebral Palsy, Huntington’s Disease, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy and Multiple Sclerosis, we are now focusing on the condition of SMA, or Spinal Muscular Atrophy, which is a genetic problem. With all the above conditions, a stairlift can be the…
Decreased mobility or being bound to a wheelchair can mean you spend a lot of time sitting down. This can lead to more difficulty moving as well as weight gain, which in turn can damage vital organs such as your heart. Discover 4 more exercises for those with decreased mobility…
How can you improve your circulation? It’d be an understatement to say that your circulatory system is integral to your health and wellbeing; it’s more accurate to say that it’s the network of organs keeping you alive and allowing you to read this blog post. At its broadest level, the circulatory system allows blood to…
Being able to stay young is a concern for many people, whether it be in mind, body or even looks. As we get older, many of us start to look for ways through which we can stay young. There are a number of things you can do to improve your physical and mental health as you…
Losing physical mobility can feel like losing independence. At UK Stairlifts, we know it’s not a pleasant feeling. Nor is it something enjoyable to witness a family member going through. Helping them to maintain their independence then, can be one of the most rewarding things to do. This is relatively easy to do, too. Plus,…
The majority of people will feel or experience loneliness at some point in their lives. It’s a deeply personal feeling that many hope will pass, but for a growing number of people, mainly those in later life, loneliness can define them and have a large impact on their wellbeing. There are few that like to…