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How To Change A Ferrule On Your Walking Stick When it is time to change a ferrule on your walking stick, it can be a little overwhelming with so many different types and sizes of...

  There is a reason why walking sticks are such a popular mobility aid – they provide excellent support when moving around. But what if there was a way to make your walking aid even...

The Oxford Dictionary of English defines a – walking stick – as a ‘stick with a curved handle used for support when walking’; but there’s a lot more to walking sticks than just that!  For example,...

  Autumn is a great time to get out and about, and there's no better way to do it than by adding a walk into your daily life routine. Walking is a great way to...

  Photos by michaeljung & Ljupco from iStock Here at Ability Superstore, we stock many different types and makes of walking aids, and one of the most popular is the humble walking stick.   We've created this...

Walking sticks, or walking canes, are one of the most popular mobility aids sold in the world, with a survey stating that 17 percent of men and 25 percent of women use a walking stick...

Photo by Ian Taylor on Unsplash One of the most common issues faced by the elderly is being vulnerable to trips and falling.   If a fall happens inside the home, and the person lives...

This article was updated on 22/04/2024. Walking sticks come in various shapes, sizes and styles which can make it confusing to know exactly what type you need, especially if you don’t already know what you’re looking...

Hello everyone! It’s Kate Makin here – Ability Superstore’s Occupational Therapist, or OT. I’m a fan of all sorts of walking aids, such as mobility scooters, walking frames, wheelchairs, walkers and rollators – anything that...

  Photo by lisafx from iStock  Hi everyone, it’s Kate here, Ability Superstore’s resident Occupational Therapist, or OT. My subject for this guide is the humble Zimmer Frame – a really helpful walking aid that has...

First Things First – Choosing Your Stick You may have been advised to use a walking stick to aid your mobility, or have decided for yourself that you could walk more easily with a little...

Photos by michaeljung & Ljupco from iStock Choosing the right walking aid is key to boosting your confidence and owning your independence. One of the most popular walking aids is a walking stick – a...

Mobility aids are extremely valuable in maintaining your dignity and independent living. You may find that as you get older, your mobility, dexterity, and strength weaken due to aging or illness, which makes moving around...

The Zimmer frame. An iconic staple of walking aids, with its familiar stainless steel frame offering support and stability to generations of people who need an extra hand (or 4 legs!) with their mobility. People...

Why it's important to measure for a walking stick A walking stick which is the wrong height can cause back and shoulder problems, as well as uncomfortable joint pain. If your walking stick is too long, it...

Whether you are thinking of going on your daily stroll to get some fresh air, or coming back from taking the dog for a walk, the last thing you want to worry about is how to...

Christmas is drawing closer, and the cost of living crisis and the burdens of putting the heating on are eating away at us financially. So, what kind of presents can you give to your loved...

Travelling and getting out and about with a disability This article was updated on 23/04/2024. Getting out and about, whether you have a health condition, long-term disability or simply want to remain active as you...

There are people who need different levels of help to get around. There are also many types of walking aids available to keep you independent, giving you the confidence of mobility and the benefits of...

This article was updated on 24/04/2024. With many different styles and designs of walking frame available, we’ve put together a useful guide to help you decide which walking frame is right for you to buy....

In a world where our choice of products continues to grow at a rapid pace, wading through a vast selection of different styles and purposes of products can leave you feeling lost and frustrated. The...

Show Your Love with These Cheerful and Practical Gift Ideas to Support Mobility and to Bring Comfort Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s a special time to show love and appreciation to...