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The NuStep recumbent trainers are incredible pieces of kit that can help to increase the strength of your leg muscles as well as build up the intensity of the workout

Well, firstly, did you know about all the medical benefits you get from standing? Everything from improving and maintaining skeletal development and bone integrity to helping reduce joint and muscle

Do you ever struggle with your child’s wheelchair? If so, have you considered the fantastic range of pushchairs from Convaid? It’s so important to get the right ‘fit’ in every

What is the Motability Scheme? Founded on 25th July 1978, the Motability Scheme was set out with the aim to aid those with disabilities to become more mobile. This is

A nice, warm bath should always be a relaxing affair. The idea of soaking in the water with bubbles all around you is the stuff of dreams. However, actually getting

Mobility scooters are very large and cumbersome machines, especially when trying to transport them, aren’t they? Well, actually, they don’t need to be! Picture the scene; you are going out

When it comes to getting the right mobility aid, it can be quite confusing. Between all of the different terms and types of aids out there, knowing what you actually

Have you ever sat down and thought about the medical benefits of standing? There actually is a large number of benefits to your health that you can get from just

We recently discussed the variety of things you need to think about and keep in mind when choosing your next wheelchair (which you can read here). But, when you are considering

Everyone knows how important it is to get the right wheelchair. After all, it will be getting a good amount of use, so you need to make sure that you

Now that winter is in full swing, it can be difficult to avoid catching the flu or a cold as symptoms becoming widespread. Looking after your immune system is imperative

Recently, we took a look at 5 of the best accessible Christmas shows (you can learn more about them here). However, even if your local pantomime offers disabled access and various

With Halloween done and dusted for another year, it’s time for everyone to really start thinking about the Christmas holidays! After all, it’s less than 2 months away (in fact,

If you have limited mobility, a walking aid can give you the confidence to move around without the need to rely on other people. Various designs meet different needs to help you

Recently, we put together our advice on how to stay safe in your wheelchair this winter (which you can read here). Within that advice, we mentioned that you should always

As a brave man once said, winter is coming. In fact, it’s only a few weeks away, really. So now is the perfect time to start thinking about how you

Life with Parkinson’s Disease can be a big change, making you feel scared and lonely. However, as discussed in our recent post on living with Parkinson’s Disease, it is still

No vehicle performs as well as it could do without an efficient and well maintained fuel system. Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters are no exception. Batteries that are fitted to electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters act as their fuel

Meal times are a part of everyday life and not something that can be avoided. For those of us that suffer from conditions that affect our grip or dexterity –

When you or a loved one first gets diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, it is a life-changing moment, meaning that you will need long-term treatment to help with your symptoms. It