Cerebral Palsy is a disability that affects motor function. Brought on by trauma to the brain, there are four different kinds of cerebral palsy , including: spastic, which is the most common and is caused by damage to the motor cortex;  ataxic, which is caused by damage to the cerebellum; athenoid, which is caused by damage to the basil ganglia; and hypotonic, which leaves people with little or no ability to move.

The most obvious symptom of cerebral palsy is abnormal muscle...

Different situations call for different measures – and as one might be surprised to know, the same holds true for wheelchairs. Did you know that there is such a thing as transport wheelchairs? These are special kinds of wheelchairs and some differences exist between it and the regular kind. If you have an ageing person or simply someone in need of being pushed around in one, you might find it to be a good alternative to try out. After all, there are many advantages to it too.

If navigating stairs has become difficult or painful then the time has come to begin looking at stair lifts. These devices are electronically controlled and carry a person from one floor to another. They can be fitted to any staircase whether you have a straight one or a curved one. They can also be adapted to meet your needs. When considering which stair lift is best for you there are a few things that should be considered.

Price is one of the first things that should be...

While electrical mobility scooters have their main uses for both leisure and medical purposes, in was for medical reasons which they were originally designed and built, particularly to underpin conditions associated with limitations in movement of suffering patients. Certain medical conditions, weather physical or otherwise, limit locomotion in the elderly, injured or mentally ill. Some people are even born with these limitations and the employment of electrical mobility scooters serves...

You may well be wondering what my health issues have got to do with article so I will explain!You see I reached a point in my ealy forties, where the condition caused by severe osteo-arthritis actually all but left me housebound or needing two walking sticks when I seldom ventured outdoors.

At this point my wife left and I do not blame her, after all she was still active and needed new friends.I was then left with my 14 year old daughter to look after whilst she continued her...

If you are looking for ways to achieve greater mobility, then there are several different options that you can consider.  Any one of these possibilities can put you on the track to greater freedom and independence in no time at all, and you will never again need to worry about prevailing upon someone for a ride or wonder where you are going to fit your scooter or wheelchair during the trip.

Wheelchair accessible vans are becoming easier to find, and they come in a range...

When mobility issues have you down and hassles with the insurance company are piling on top of everything, take heart. There is somewhere to turn. A rare jewel in the business world was discovered during various Spinlife reviews. Here is a company that not only offers a vast selection of quality products, but stands by the old adage of good customer service.

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There are so many different types of wheelchair carriers. Some attached to the back of the vehicle, others to the trunk, and even some fit on the roof of a car, van, or truck. What kind of vehicle you use, and your own mobility, can direct you to the correct choice that's perfect for your needs.

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If you're able to move around on your feet with some confidence, you may not need a power lift for your wheelchair. A rack that...

There are many different types of wheel chair accessible vans available in the market today, but the most important considerations that you need to keep in mind before slapping any money on the table should be not only the size of the wheelchair that you will be using but also the means by which you be getting it into the van. Different types of vans have different levels of access: from portable ramps, to those that lower the floor all the way, to even power lifts that actually pick up...

You should never let a disability keep you indoors and away from your family and the activities that you love.  It can definitely be a hassle trying to get from place to place, and asking for help is not always an option.  There is a way to make travel easier, and you will be able to keep your pride in place.  When you're ready to claim your freedom again, it's time to look into getting a wheelchair van.

Your new wheelchair van is an investment, so never think...