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Walking Stick: Support and Care for Every Step
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At times the elderly may have to face the reality that certain mobility aids are necessary not just to assist with movement but also as a preventative measure to avoid falls. A walking stick, also referred to as a walking cane, is probably the most basic yet highly versatile mobility aid. It is primarily used to assist with balancing, improve stability and at times even reduce the pressure that may be causing pain. Most walking sticks are thought of to be a straight, long stick either with a straight or curved handle but there are actually various different types depending...
Knee Walkers: A Comfortable Alternative to Crutches
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Knee Walkers are a medical mobility device (sometimes called knee scooters or mobility scooters) that provide a safer, more comfortable, and easier-to-maneuver alternative to crutches for those recovering from foot or lower leg injury or surgery that requires the foot and/or leg to be non-weight bearing during recovery.