Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Mobility Scooters UK Give The Elderly And Disabled More Independence

By Bill S Meade

For the person who once had to rely on a wheelchair to get around, mobility scooters UK provide a much more convenient and attractive alternative. One of the main points of attraction is that they do not look like a standard wheelchair.

Mobility problems can come at any age for many reasons such as injury, disease or some other type of infirmity. Mobility loss, along with all the other changes that come with age, is a subject of sensitivity for the elderly. Not having to rely on a wheelchair allows them to retain more dignity, as it is seen as sportier than simply a symbol of age.

The configuration of mobility scooters is a flat area for the feat, a seat on top of two back wheels and handlebars. They may have one or two front wheels, which the handlebars steer. A mobility scooter resembles more of a golf cart than a wheelchair.

One advantage of mobility scooters is that they do not require the strength and flexibility that wheelchairs do and which some people do not have. For people without sufficient muscle power and dexterity, mobility scooters offer a freedom that they did not have access to before.

Very few mobility scooters are gas powered. Generally, they are powered by batteries. These batteries are charged with electricity, either through a separate charging unit or one which is onboard.

Some mobility scooters are better for only indoor use, while others can be used either inside or outside. The outdoor models, in particular, offer an independence that many users had to give up. With one of these mobility scooters, they can now take short trips without having to wait for friends and family to have time to take them.

Take some time to consider where you are going to want to use your scooter. Will you need to use it both indoors or outdoors? How often are you going to need to transport it? Consider doorways and other limiting factors when deciding the size of the model you wish to purchase.

Mobility scooters UK are everywhere now, and even public places such as theme parks and groceries are offering them for rent or loan. To purchase a mobility scooter, there are many stores online with a wide variety of models to choose from and who ship free to all over the UK.

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