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Windmills, Amsterdam, Van Gogh, Johan Cruyff, Eddie Van Halen are just a few of the world-famous exports to have come from Holland. We can now add Rollz rollators to this list, here we will tell...

Rollators, also known as four-wheel walkers, are one of the most popular walking aids being used today, with research finding that they accounted for 67.2% of all mobility aid purchases in 2021. We stock many...

  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...

This article was updated on 22/04/2024. If you're looking to buy a rollator online and you can’t decide if it's the right walking aid for you, then take a look at our useful guide on how...

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...

Do you need some form of walking aid and find the choice overwhelming? Or, are you just not sure exactly what would help you remain independent and be able to get out and about? Walking...

There are lots of different walking aids and they’re all designed to make life easier by offering sturdy support when walking. You can choose from rollators and tri walkers, walking sticks and crutches, or Zimmer...

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...

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...

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...

In just a few months our way of life has changed dramatically and what were once simple everyday tasks now need to be planned before we even leave the house. For example, going shopping can...

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...

Mobility challenges, whether post-op, age-related, or due to chronic conditions, require practical, effective solutions. The right walking aid is not just an accessory, it’s a critical factor in maintaining independence and minimising fall risk. With...

Hi everyone, it’s Kate here, Ability Superstore’s resident Occupational Therapist (OT). For this week’s blog, I thought I would write about mobility aids. There are so many different aids available to help with mobility, that...

One of our most popular range of products are the Trionic Velopeds and Walkers, so we thought we’d spend some time showing you just why they are in such high demand. Who Are Trionic? Trionic...

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...

Maintaining independence is not just a personal goal, it's a core value for the majority of us, especially as we age, or are recovering from an accident, such as a fall. To be able to...

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...

  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...

Photo by Sebastian Pichler from Unsplash May 2019 is National Walking Month The beginning of May marks the beginning of National Walking Month, a month for encouraging getting outside and enjoying the fresh air. Whether you’re a...

Well what a year it’s been. A year like no other. And as we near the end of 2020, here at Ability Superstore we are working hard to ensure that we deliver all our orders...

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...

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 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...

  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...

Wheelchairs have to be one of the most important and life-changing inventions ever made and are a staple of mobility aids. Today the wheelchair is one of the most commonly used devices for assisting independent...

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...

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...

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....

Photo by Pel on Unsplash Easter Gift Ideas Easter is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the newly-warm spring weather and longer days, with fun activities such as Easter egg hunts, decorating eggs,...

Every year on the 1st of October is the International Day of Older Persons, a day just for the older population of the world. Passed by the United Nations in 1990, since then it’s been...

Understanding and living with Muscular Dystrophy Muscular Dystrophy is an inherited, genetic condition which progressives over time. Although there is currently no cure, the right treatment, support and mobility aids can help to manage symptoms...

Understanding and living with Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects your brain and spinal cord and causes a range of symptoms. Although a lifelong condition, the right support, treatment and mobility aids...

  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...

It’s almost embarrassing to admit how many times in a day the doorbell rings with a parcel laid neatly on the doorstep. Now, just to be clear, these are not gifts sent to me by...

If you want to get a little fitter, or want to work on specific parts of your body, we've put together some advice to help you achieve your goals – from mobility aids and exercise equipment...

If you search ‘mobility aids’ on Google, you will notice the results are so varied that you could literally spend days reading about mobility aids. So, today we are going to try to make life...

Imagine it’s the 1st January 2020 and you’re looking forward to a new year of opportunities and fresh starts. Could you have predicted the chaos and devastation that was to come? We couldn’t. So many...

According to the Campaign To End Loneliness, isolation is one of the most significant health concerns we face. As human beings, we tend to thrive when connected to others – being always alone for most...