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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...

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...

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...

Mobility aids are part of many people lives. If you need help getting around, there’s no way of getting past the visible signs of mobility aids such as a walking stick. While this should never...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

  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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

  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...

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...

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...

Mother’s Day is an annual event honouring the contributions of mothers and mother figures in our lives. From heartfelt gestures to thoughtful gifts, this day allows us to express our gratitude and love for the...

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...

In today's busy world and between work, family, and social obligations, it can be tough trying to find time to exercise.  Studies have shown that just a short daily walk can have a profound impact on...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Artwork by Nadia Bormotova from iStock Approximately half the workforce in the UK is currently working from home (September 2020). The struggle for comfort is real, and the risk of developing chronic back, neck and...

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...

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...

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%...

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...

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...

This article was updated on 22/04/2024. Stairlifts provide many people with a great level of independence in their own home and, in many cases, allow them to stay in and continue to enjoy their own...

This article was updated on 22/04/2024. Welcome to our handy guide that’ll help you choose a reacher that’s right for you! With so many choices on our website, it can be easy to get overwhelmed...