Safety Guide: Using Wheelchairs During Transportation

Safety Guide: Using Wheelchairs During Transportation

When transporting those with limited mobility in a wheelchair, it is paramount that the correct safety precautions are adopted to ensure the safe transit of both the passenger and wheelchair. Wheelchair adapted vehicles and transport vehicles for those with...
How to Prevent Swollen Feet as a Wheelchair User

How to Prevent Swollen Feet as a Wheelchair User

Swollen feet and legs (medically known as oedema) is a common complaint in those that use wheelchairs, the elderly, and those who have little to no mobility or are overweight. Swollen feet is most commonly caused by a build-up of fluid and is also a common complaint...
Encouraging Elderly Parents to Accept Help

Encouraging Elderly Parents to Accept Help

We spend the first few years of our lives being cared for by our parents and loved ones. But one day the time comes in our lives when the roles are reversed, and it may be our time to look after parents and loved ones. Having this role reversal accepted by elderly...
The Benefits of Using an Electric Wheelchair

The Benefits of Using an Electric Wheelchair

You may be thinking about upgrading your wheelchair to an electric power wheelchair or simply want to find out more about the benefits of buying an electric wheelchair. Electric wheelchairs can offer those with limited mobility a number of benefits, including the...