Life is uncertain and often exposes one to extreme conditions that turns life upside down. A major obstacle that one can experience in life is mobility impairment which may include restricted or no mobility. A number of factors can cause the conditions such as –chronic illnesses or near fatal accidents.
- Paralysis due to neck injury
- Arthritis
- Back disorders
- Amputation
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Cerebral palsy, etc.
Whatever the condition, everyone should be able to enjoy the life outdoors and not spend days while being confided to beds. However, mobility impairment can make it difficult to access the outside world. Thanks to the technological advancements that people with mobility problems can get some degree of independence when it comes to moving around. Wheelchairs, manual or powered, provide great support to patients with permanent or temporary mobility impairment. Mobility vehicles, designed to provide ultimate comfort to users while ensuring an ease of movement, help patients do away with minor inconveniences.
Wheelchairs can make users partially capable of walking. That being said, users find it difficult to cross challenging surfaces, obstructions and steps. They need a companion to help them overcome these obstacles and save from major casualties. However, this provides a relief from no outing at all. Outdoor activities with some limitations can happen with wheelchairs.
There’s a wide range of options available for everyone in the form of mobility scooters which are designed for use on rough surfaces. However, these will still not help climbing stairs, stiles or narrow paths. While wheelchairs may not be practical on these paths, these mobility vehicles provide access to outdoors and allow some independence in life despite impairment.
Motorized or manually operated wheelchairs by renowned manufacturers like Drive Medical aid in mobility and make life easier. Drive Medical wheelchairs can carry even up to 700 pounds. Heavy-duty and durable, Drive Medical wheelchairs boasts performance and reliability.
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