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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. This is where a simple mobility aid, the...

British people hate the idea of answering nature’s call while out and about. The problem is the human body rarely has patience for such concerns, meaning we’re never entirely in control of when the urge...

  Need a raised toilet seat but not sure what height you require? Follow our simple guide below on how to measure for a raised toilet seat. This 3 step guide finds you the ideal...

Hello! I am Kate Makin, Ability Superstore’s resident Occupational Therapist (OT). I am here to answer your mobility aid queries. I also write articles and guides to assist you in choosing the right disability aids.  As an OT,...

Photo by Joey from Pexels It’s one of the smallest rooms in the house, and one used frequently, so it’s essential that it is both pleasant and safe. The bathroom (or restroom as the Americans...

Creating an accessible bathroom in your home Converting a standard bathroom into a room that is accessible doesn’t have to be time consuming or expensive. Some simple bathroom and toileting aids can provide access and...

It’s World Continence Week (WCW), So Let’s Talk All Things Continence... Studies have shown that around 400 million people worldwide are affected by incontinence issues at some point during their lives, that equates to almost 7%...

The bathroom is often the most hazardous room within the home. Wet floors, slippery surfaces, and awkward movements all increase the risk of falls. For older persons, even a simple fall can lead to a...

Bathing aids can help maintain your dignity and independent living by providing convenient solutions to mobility problems in the bathroom. You may find that as you get older, your mobility, dexterity, and strength weaken due...

Photo by Chad Madden on Unsplash Christmas is a busy period for most of us, and having extra guests in the house means catering for everyone’s individual needs. It’s important that you can adapt your...

Arthritis is an invisible condition affecting millions of people in their daily lives. With the help of treatments such as medication, mobility aids and adapting your surroundings it is possible to help comfort symptoms and...

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...

What type of postoperative care equipment is there?  When recovering from an operation or injury, you may need a little assistance with independent living at home. Depending on the type of operation and your required...

Understanding and living with Cerebral Palsy It is estimated that Cerebral Palsy affects 1 in 400 babies born in the UK each year. Although there is currently no cure for the condition, treatments, therapy and...

Choosing a Christmas gift for an elderly parent, grandparent, or relative, can be surprisingly difficult – especially when you want it to be useful, meaningful and immediately helpful, not just decorative. The good news is...

Dementia Action Week is between the 16 and 22 May. According to the World Health Organization, there are currently over 55 million people worldwide living with dementia, with over 900,000 of them in the UK.  This means...

  They say you can tell a lot about a person from their toilet – how clean it is, what kind of reading material is, or isn’t on offer and how accessible it is based...

Maintaining comfort, safety, and independence in the bathroom is essential – especially for older adults, people with limited mobility, or anyone recovering from surgery. That’s where bathing aids come in. These essential daily living aids...

Understanding and living with Parkinson’s disease Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition with physical symptoms that can limit mobility and make daily tasks such as eating become difficult. Although there is currently no cure, the...

I had my first fall at the age of 28 – but I was young, a mum, a neonatal nurse, I’d run my first 10k earlier that year, I was fit and healthy… wasn’t I? The...

Understanding VAT and why you sometimes don’t have to pay it   When you buy most everyday items, the price includes VAT (Value Added Tax). It’s a tax that businesses collect on behalf of the...

Photo by NEOSiAM 2020 from Pexels World Continence Week is a health campaign run by the International Continence Society every year, with the aim of raising awareness incontinence-related issues, along with providing help and support...

Starting at the Door! There is no doubt, our homes are our special place! But, when mobility becomes more limited due to age, injury, or disability, getting around the home can be a tricky matter....

  Here at Ability Superstore, we’re delighted to be able to offer our customers a Remote Occupational Therapy (OT for short) Assessment. This new service enables you to receive tailor-made advice and suggestions from our qualified...