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Welcome to our blog, your one-stop resource for news, features and resources for living life to the fullest. View our articles on the latest mobility products and features with disability bloggers.

How To Garden With Mobility Aids

How To Garden With Mobility Aids

Spring is here, so let's finally enjoy some much needed time outdoors after the long winter. In this blog we explore how to make your outdoor space the envy of the neighbours, with some handy tips and tools for gardening with limited mobility.

April 29, 2022

A steaming cup of tea on a wooden table; in the background is a tea plantation. The Dementia UK logo can be seen, as well as a small amount of text about – Time For A Cuppa

Time For A Cuppa – Dementia Awareness Week

This May, join thousands of others across the UK and host a – Time for a Cuppa – event to support families facing dementia.

April 26, 2022

Shows the logo for MS Week that's taken from the Multiple Sclerosis website

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week

This year, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week is taking place from 25 April to 1 May. The MS week provides the perfect opportunity for everyone to get involved and show their support.

April 21, 2022

A huge number – 5 – takes up most of the image. The following words – Reasons Why Walking Is Good For You – are next to the number. A pair of green trainers can also be seen

5 Reasons Why Walking Is Good For You!

In today's busy world, it can be tough trying to find time to exercise. Studies have shown that even a short daily walk can have a profound impact on mental health, improve moods, increase stamina and help to relieve stress and anxiety. In this blog, we discuss 5 positive reasons why you should add walking into your everyday activities.     

April 8, 2022

A graphic depiction of a stop watch that has 5 minutes showing on it. In the background are various grey clock faces

Choosing the Best Walking Stick For You – 5 Minute Tips!

When it comes to choosing the right walking stick, there are a few things you need to consider. Here's a quick 5 minute blog to help you work out how to get the best walking stick for you.

April 6, 2022

The lower half of a man; his right foot is bandaged and his left foot is without shoes and socks. There are two crutches that the man is using that are on either side of him

Crutches vs Walking Sticks

If you need a mobility aid that feels more stable and secure than a walking stick does, then crutches may be for you. Crutches provide more support and are an excellent disability aid to help people get back on their feet.

April 4, 2022

Four Easi-Grip Garden Tools alongside two images of the tools being used

Easi-Grip Garden Tools

One of the most overlooked aspects in gardening is accessibility. The Easi-Grip garden tools help to bring this hugely popular pastime to many who otherwise might not be able to participate, due to the lack of suitable garden tools.

March 31, 2022

A stick man (to the far left of the image) and woman (to the far right of the image) are on a blue background. In between the two images is a white toilet, that has a raised toilet seat on it

The Best Raised Toilet Seats

Whether you’ve recently had a knee, or hip replacement, or just simply have trouble bending, it can be embarrassing to ask for help when using the toilet. In this blog, we discuss the many virtues and options available for a raised toilet seat.

March 28, 2022

2 men and 2 women – all four are holding walking sticks. One man and one woman are sitting in armchairs

What's The Best Walking Aid For Me?

This handy guide will help you work out what type of walking stick mobility aid is best for you.

March 21, 2022

A large purple star with a gold-ish – Top 5 – on top of it. Below the star are the words – Sock Aids. To the right of the star is the bottom half of a man. He is sitting in a chair and pulling up a sock via a sock aid

What Are The Best Sock Aids?

Sock and Stocking aids are a fantastic invention! I recommend the use of these dressing aids on a very regular basis for people who have difficulty dressing themselves, and the questions I am often asked include – 'Is there something to help me put my socks on' and, 'What is the best sock aid, or sock helper?'

March 17, 2022

The Soxon Sock Aid with a red sock on it, as well as the knees and legs of man who is using the Soxon Sock Aid to help him put on a sock

Soxon Sock Aid – My Thoughts

The Soxon Sock Aid is a really convenient, popular, frustration free and invaluable dressing aid.

March 15, 2022

A stack of old, quite thick books. The books are on a white background. The words – Real Life Stories – can be seen to the left of the column of books

How One Word Can Change A Perspective

I’m Ami Hook-Ireland and I have Ataxia. My whole life changed for the better when I got a new wheelchair. There are many disabled people that strongly feel that they could enjoy things in life if they just had the right mobility aid. 

February 7, 2022

The TIME TO TALK logo

Time To Talk 2022

February the 3rd is Time to Talk day! An awareness day run by registered charity Mind and national institute Rethink Mental Illness. Time to Talk Day is the UK's biggest mental health conversation.

February 2, 2022

An image of a man in a wheelchair using a stretch band to exercise with

Helping You to Keep Fit

From the first day to the last day of 2022, we all have a New Years resolution or two. We've put together a list of tips containing the best ways to achieve your exercise goals. From mobility aids to exercise equipment that provide some extra support, to fitness goals for daily life.

January 18, 2022

A cup and saucer. The cup is filled with black coffee. The background is dark with white clouds. The words – Blue Monday – can be seen

The Blue Monday Theory

Blue Monday is the name given to the 17 January. This day is said to be the most depressing day of the year!

January 14, 2022

Explore Our Range: Dietz Taima XC Rollator

Explore Our Range: Dietz Taima XC Rollator

The Dietz Taima XC Rollator might be hard to pronounce (hint: it's pronounced deetz-tie-ma) but, it's incredibly easy to use. With its combination of air filled tyres, comfortable grips and a sturdy frame, this rollator will not steer you wrong. Let's take a look at some of the features that sets apart the Dietz Taima XC from its competitors. 

January 14, 2022

Explore Our Range: Handy Cups

Explore Our Range: Handy Cups

The Handy Cup kitchen and dining aid is specifically designed to support independent living, this robust mobility aid is perfect for anyone suffering from dexterity issues, or who have lost confidence in their ability to grab items.

January 13, 2022

A set of 6 old books on a white surface. The words – Real Life Stories – are visible

Real Life Stories: My Journey From Runner to Battling Chronic Pain

Amanda Nicholson woke up one morning with chronic pain in her neck – she had never been in so much pain. In this month’s Real Life Stories, Amanda tells us how she fights through the pain and finds ways to feel free and enjoy life.

January 4, 2022

A face shot of Kate Makin (Ability Superstore's occupational therapist) inside the silhouette of a house (the Ability Superstore logo). There is a pale pink background with words explaining what the – Ask Kate – articles are all about

Ask Kate! How Do I Fit A Raised Toilet Seat?

Hello! I am Kate Makin, Ability Superstore’s resident Occupational Therapist (OT). For this blog, I thought I would give you some hints and tips on how to fit a popular bathroom disability aid, a raised toilet seat.

December 30, 2021

The ident for the – Ask Kate! – articles

Why Mobility Aids Are So Important – Case Study 2 - Bigfoot Half Step

This case study shows how a specific mobility aid – the Bigfoot Half Step – has made a significant difference to a person's everyday living. 

December 21, 2021