In many urban streets, shopping malls and public parks, mobility scooters are becoming a common sight. Mobility scooter is a single occupant power-powered transport vehicle and is used as a mobility aid. This assistive device is controlled through a mechanical tiller system. Some have 3 wheels; others have 4 wheels.
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To live a full and independent life, one needs to have access to services, goods, activities and other people. This access often involves mobility. Mobility is defined as the ability to move where and when a person wants. For the baby boomers’ generation, mobility means personal automobile. But as this group ages, there is a […]
Continue reading »Can’t drive your old motorcycle because of lower extremity weakness? Mobility scooters offer motorcycle enthusiasts with lower mobility weakness to ride with the wind once again. Mobility scooters are like motorcycles with the following twists: – They are powered mostly by batteries. – They can only accommodate one passenger. – Their speed limit is lower […]
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Walking is highly regarded in our society. This is evident in popular sayings such as: “Every journey begins with one footstep”; “Standing on your own two feet”; “One small step for man; one giant leap for mankind”; and “Pull yourself up by your boot strap.” But what is interesting is that many of us cannot […]
Continue reading » When we were young, we strived to live independently. This desire to live independently still tops the wish-list of many older adults (65 years old and above). But this desire to live independently is often challenged by nature. For various reasons, many adults find themselves walking less far and taking more frequent rest breaks during […]
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People who have difficulty in performing mobility-related activities find themselves more and more reclusive. Many individuals with mobility disabilities rarely and many more refuse to go out – to eat out. Even those equip with mobility aids, such as electric mobility scooters, are reluctant to dine out at their favorite restaurants. With your electric mobility […]
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A Mobility scooters, such as the 4 wheel mobility scooter, are power-operated vehicles that are controlled by a mechanical forward and backward switch – also known as tiller. Older adults with mobility impairment can greatly benefit from the 4 wheel mobility scooter. Here are the 5 benefits of using the 4 wheel mobility scooter: 1. […]
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Online shopping is the new way to get what you want. Think about all the time you would be saving plus the cost of travelling and the fuss you have to cope with in a crowded mall. With just a few clicks here and there, you can have your dream mobility scooter all set to […]
Continue reading »There are numerous medical conditions like arthritis that can limit the mobility of an individual. Apart from that, an accident or injury such as ACL tear, knee surgery, hip surgery, knee replacement or hip replacement, ankle or foot injury can limit a person’s mobility. Age is also a factor that can limit or completely disrupt […]
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