Lifts for the disabled: real help

A common problem for people with disabilities, as well as for those who care for them, is overcoming steps and stairs in buildings, especially in multi-story buildings. Unfortunately, not all buildings are equipped with ramps and not all elevators are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair.

To make everyday life more comfortable and safe, more and more families and healthcare institutions decide to buy a lift for the disabled. This equipment has become a real breakthrough in the field of rehabilitation, care and mobility support.

Another functional solution is to install a ramp that will help a person in a wheelchair to overcome the steps. Most often, this is a solid platform or two tracks along which a wheelchair can pass. Such ramps help to overcome several steps and rise to a small height. For convenience and versatility, ramps are made folding. A folding ramp can be easily removed from the stairs and conveniently stored in an apartment or utility room.

As for full-fledged flights of stairs, it is more rational and convenient to use a wheelchair lift.

What does a wheelchair lift look like?

A wheelchair lift is a special device designed to move people with disabilities or limited mobility between different levels of buildings. Lifts can be installed both in private homes and in medical or social institutions. Thanks to them, the patient can safely go up or down the stairs without exerting any effort, and his assistant can avoid the risk of injury when carrying him.

Types of lifts for people with limited mobility

Lifts can be mechanical or electric. Some models are equipped with a trolley, which can be built-in or removable. If the lift does not have a trolley, it will be adapted for a wheelchair, which makes it universal. There are lifts with a wheeled mechanism, which makes it compact and easy to store.

For general use in public places, a tracked lift is most often used. It has a large base on which a wheelchair of different sizes can be installed, allowing it to be used for people with a lot of weight. It is also possible to use more powerful batteries, which gives it the ability to work longer on a single charge.

The main types of lifts for the disabled:

• Stair lift. This is one of the most popular types. It is mounted along the stairs and ensures safe movement of a person in a wheelchair or in a sitting position. If you are looking for a reliable solution for your home or public building, we recommend buying a lift with an electric drive.
• Electric stair lift. Equipped with a motor, such a lift operates smoothly and silently, providing maximum comfort to the user. It is ideal for daily use and has simple controls.
• Platform lifts. Designed for people who cannot leave a wheelchair during movement. The platform rises vertically, allowing a person to safely move between floors or overcome the threshold in the entrance.
• Transport chair for the disabled. In some cases, instead of a stationary device, it is more convenient to buy a wheelchair for the disabled. This is a mobile solution for moving a patient around the house, in a hospital or on the street. Such chairs often have tilt functions, position fixation and convenient handles.

When choosing a lift or ramp, you should consider what distance and rise you need to overcome, how often it will be used. The model of the device and, accordingly, its price will depend on this.

Why is it worth buying a lift for the disabled?

When solving problems with overcoming floors in multi-story buildings, you no longer need to invent anything new, manufacturers of rehabilitation products have taken care of this. It is enough to define the technical specifications for a specific building and you will be helped to choose the right solution. You no longer have to sit in your apartment for years just because the elevator is too narrow, just buy a wheelchair lift, and the world around you will open up to new horizons.

By purchasing a wheelchair lift on the MED1 online store website, you will receive a number of advantages:

• Safety. The lift minimizes the risk of falls and injuries when moving up and down stairs.
• User comfort. A person with limited mobility can maintain independence and dignity in everyday life.
• Easy care. Caregivers are able to carry the patient without physical strain. This is especially important if the home already uses medical bed for bedridden patients.
• Space accessibility. Thanks to the lifts, access to residential and public spaces is significantly expanded even without installing a full-fledged lift.

In combination with the lifts, it is advisable to use wall-mounted handrail, which provides additional support when walking along the corridors or in the bathroom. It is also important to pay attention to other medical products for the disabled, in particular: anti-slip mats, shower chairs, walkers, support bandages, etc.

Where to buy lifts for people with disabilities?

Before buying a lift for the disabled, you should consider several factors:

• type of building (presence of stairs, thresholds, elevators),
• user needs (can transfer independently, or constantly uses a wheelchair),
• features of care,
• budget.

In the MED1 store you will find a wide range of lifts, transport chairs and other products to support mobility. Our managers will help you choose the best solution and provide full consultation.

Lifts for the disabled are not just technical devices. They are tools that return freedom of movement to people, and confidence and peace to their relatives. If you want to create a safe and comfortable environment for a person with disabilities, pay attention to the lifts that will make life easier.