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Walking Aids for the Elderly: Helping You Stay Mobile and Independent

April 21, 2023 Tom Rogers

Old people walking in park with walking aids

As we age, maintaining our mobility becomes increasingly important to ensure a good quality of life. For some older adults, this may mean using walking aids to help maintain balance, reduce pain or discomfort, and prevent falls. In this blog post, we will discuss various types of walking aids available for the elderly and how they can be beneficial in promoting independence and safety.

A Guide to Walking Stick Handles

March 6, 2015

Our range of walking sticks includes wooden, DerbyHandlealuminium and foldable options, designed for every need and lifestyle. The style best suited to you will depend on whether you plan to use your walking stick often or occasionally, and whether you’re looking for light support or something that can help significantly with balance, like a tripod cane. To help you choose, we’ve put together a quick guide to the various walking stick handle shapes that we offer, and outlined their advantages.

Choosing Mobility Scooter Insurance

March 14, 2013

Mobility scooter insurance is not compulsory in the UK, although the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) strongly recommends drivers take out cover to protect themselves against accidents and injuries and to support them in the event of a breakdown. This guide aims to offer information for scooter drivers to ensure they are adequately covered. What types of scooters are there? There are three recognised classes of scooter. Class 1 scooters are essentially self-powered wheelchairs. Class 2 devices are powered wheelchairs and scooters. They are used for footpaths, incorporate braking and light systems and travel up to four miles per…