Mobility News
Most Accessible European Cities
22nd March 2017
Though the main holiday of the year is often planned by now, we all want to try and squeeze in another quick trip to either round off the summer, or break up the months of waiting. A trip to a European city is always a perfect blend of good weather, culture, dining and history. However, some of us often have to compromise when it comes to accessibility.
Australia launches national program to keep elderly fit and active
20th March 2017
A national program called Move for Life is aiming to keep Australia’s elderly fit and active through gymnastics.
Research reveals elderly drivers are not dangerous
17th March 2017
Research has revealed elderly drivers are safer on the UK’s roads than a lot of other age groups.
Countries look to robots for solutions to ageing populations
10th March 2017
To help their super-ageing society’s, countries like the UK and Japan are turning to robots to provide companionship and improve safety amongst the elderly.
How to integrate a walk in shower to you update your bathroom
1st March 2017
Without careful planning, bathroom décor can often feel old fashioned and dated within a few years as tastes and fashions change. People put off updating their bathroom due to the inconvenience and expense, however if your bathroom is in need, there are some things to consider before you begin.
The world’s most famous baths
28th February 2017
We may all be grateful that bathing has increased in popularity since medieval times, but baths can be a hindrance if you have limited mobility. Walk-in baths are a perfect solution to those who struggle now, but in the past, there have been no such mobility aids. Yet baths have still remained central to several cultures and some have incredible histories.
Mobility accessories for animals
27th February 2017
Dogs are undoubtedly man’s best friend and we share some of our fondest memories with our furry pals. But while we may remain mobile, age or accidents can catch up with our beloved pets and leave them with limited mobility and at a certain disadvantage. As reward for many years of faithful companionship, owners are seeking alternatives methods, long used for humans, to aid their pets. Eddie’s wheels recognises the growing need for animal mobility accessories “for us, it's not enough to make an animal mobile. Our goal, at Eddie's Wheels, is to support animals in a healthy normal posture with a properly engineered cart that is balanced to meet the animal's overall bio-mechanics and (dis)abilities. Yesterday we saw a client whose 3-legged hind leg amputee Labrador who has been in a cart for 5 years. This dog still goes bird-hunting every year. She's 13 years old and still extremely active, wearing out her tires every 6 months.”
Simple ways to ease your knees
15th February 2017
With cold weather often comes an increase in arthritis pain, according to a study by Tufts University in Boston, MA, and as every British citizen knows January is the month to hunker down. This can, however, lead to stiffness and a lack of mobility as an increase in pain leads people to reduce the amount they move and therefore increase the symptoms of arthritis. Many exercises can seem daunting as they involve complex movements and unnatural positions and this is especially hard for those who have reduced mobility and rely on home stair lifts.
