Independence and Confidence, with Mobility Aids

Mobility aids have effects which are both immediately obvious, and more subtle, in nature. Some of the functions designed to enhance manoeuvrability have a dual impact. In particular, elevating functionalities can give independence and confidence a big boost in end users. Elevating functions are most associated with prescriptive standing powerchairs, but they are more affordable than you might think. This is thanks to other options, such as second hand standing powerchairs, or powerchair models specifically focused on that one particular function. A prime example of a “standard powered wheelchair” designed to make eye-level communication affordable is the Jazzy Air 2.

The importance of eye-level communication to psychological wellbeing can hardly be overstated. Being able to literally talk to another person on their level is something which is easily taken for granted. Still, it doesn’t take much to envisage the effect regaining this ability can have on independence and confidence.

Freedom of Movement

As with face-to-face interaction, so too with getting from place to place. The ability to move around independently is vitally important to good mental health. This requirement is where larger, more rugged, mobility scooters come into their own (see this article’s featured image for a taste of this effect in action)

Whilst many scooters are designed for use on pavements, or for packing up and putting in car boots for any longer journeys, there are other variants. Pneumatic tyres, enhanced suspension, impressive ground clearance and more, are all characteristics of this newer breed of mobility scooter. If you find yourself needing a mobility scooter after leading an outdoorsy lifestyle, the more rugged and versatile large mobility scooters can keep that door open. Thanks to the sort of high-end engineering already mentioned, you don’t have to stop journeying.

Humble Helpers

Big ticket mobility products aren’t the only game in town for serious quality of life enhancement. Independence and confidence can come from more humble places. Even a product as simple as the tried-and-tested wheeled walking frame can liberate users. The straightforward act of standing up and walking from one place to another, without direct assistance from someone else, can be transformative.