Pros and Cons of Some Commonly Used Mobility Equipment

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Pros and Cons of Some Commonly Used Mobility
Equipment
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• There is no doubt that mobility assistive devices
  have made lives immensely better for those whose
  mobility has been impaired by old age, disease,
  or other reasons such as accidents. Such devices
  such as canes, walkers, power chairs, Pool lifts
  Perth, platform lifts, mobility lifts Perth, etc.
  have become quite popular thanks to their
  benefits, ease of use and versatility.
• However, when buying a particular mobility
  equipment, it is important to consider both the
  advantages and disadvantages of the device being
  purchased. Experienced technicians from
  professional companies that sell such assistive
  devices can help in guiding which equipment and
  model will best suit your needs.

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• Here are some pros and cons of platform lifts
  Perth
• Doesnt require a pit which means that this
  lift can be installed directly on the floor and
  doesnt require excavation thereby reducing
  costs.
• Doesnt require separate machine room This is
  because the control system of the lift is a part
  of the shaft and hence, it doesnt require
  creating a separate machine room.
• Doesnt require a lift car unless you need
  speeds higher than 0.15m/s, you can choose a
  platform lift without a lift car and save
  considerable amount of money.
• Requires very little head room of only 2.3m if
  you dont need a lift with an enclosed car.
• Inbuilt safety features most of the modern
  platform lifts come with a number of different
  safety features such as limited speed,
  hold-to-run type control system, and the option
  of stopping the lift by touching the far edges of
  the platform. Some models also have additional
  safety features such as an emergency stop, alarm
  and auto-dial emergency telephone.
• Among the main demerits of a platform lift is its
  initial setup and installation cost, which can be
  prohibitive to many people.
• Also, removing the installed lift later for any
  reason also requires help of an expert, which
  again adds to the expenditure.

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• Despite the cost, platform lifts Perth have
  become quite popular in the last several years
  due to their benefits.
• Apart from these lifts, mobility scooters Perth
  are another type of popular mobility equipment,
  and below we list some of its main pros and cons
• Increase in freedom to cover longer distances
  inside and outside homes without creating
  exertion.
• Decreases the risk of falls and related injuries.
  
• Provides the option of carrying a few extra small
  bags to help with daily chores such as light
  shopping across the neighbourhood, etc.
• However, one of the main disadvantages of smaller
  scooters is that they are not very stable,
  especially for heavy riders.
• Require training using a mobility scooter may
  not be so easy for certain aged people unless
  they are trained properly.