Walking canes have been around perhaps longer than any other mobility aid, but they’re far from obsolete. “Canes are essential for reducing the load on an affected limb or joint, which helps ...

Jamie Danemayer, first author of the study from UCL Computer Science and UCL's Global Disability Innovation Hub, said, "Though unmet need for mobility aids like walking sticks and wheelchairs is a ...

Women are more likely to need walking sticks, wheelchairs and other mobility aids compared to men, but they are less likely to use them, according to a study. And single people are more likely to ...

The February 2025 issue of THIIS Magazine is now available for mobility and access business leaders to read online. The only ...

If you twist your ankle or get a small mobility injury, hospitals in the UK have to provide you with a ‘minor aid’ – such as crutches or a walking frame. If you're judged to need a wheelchair for a ...

The study is published in the Journals of Gerontology. Researchers have found that regular dog walking, defined as at least four times per week, is associated with improved mobility, reduced fear of ...

The design framework was put together in partnership with Living Cities and Communities and women and caregivers who use mobility hubs.