Mobility Aids Archives

Read our articles on mobility aids below. Here we will cover the types of mobility aids you can use, the benefits of independent movement and ways to keep mobile.

Woman in the park using a power wheelchair while dragging her suitcase

12DecDecember 12, 2025

How to Customise an Electric Wheelchair for Comfort & Safety

Getting an electric wheelchair is just the beginning of your mobility journey. The real difference in your daily life comes from how well it's customised to match your specific needs, body dimensions, and lifestyle. Many people don't realise that proper customisation can dramatically improve their comfort, reduce pain, and...

By Neil BrownMobility Aids, Wheelchairs

05DecDecember 5, 2025

The Complete Guide to Commode Chairs | By Medpoint

When mobility becomes a challenge, simple daily routines like using the toilet can turn into a major source of stress. That’s where the commode come in. They’re one of the most practical and dignified aids for people who struggle to make it to the bathroom safely or comfortably. Whether you’re...

By Neil BrownIncontinence, Mobility Aids

28NovNovember 28, 2025

The Best Shower Chair Options for People With Balance Issues

Slipping in the shower is one of the most common causes of falls at home, especially for older adults or people with balance issues. The combination of soap, water and hard surfaces makes it a risky space when you're unsteady on your feet. But with the right shower chair,...

By Neil BrownMobility Aids, Shower Chairs

Elderly person using an outdoor rollator walker during an afternoon walk in the park.

21NovNovember 21, 2025

How To Apply for a Rollator Walker in Ireland – Free & Paid Options

As Ireland’s population gets older and more people look for ways to stay active, safe and independent, demand for mobility aids like rollators is steadily increasing. Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing a long-term condition, or simply finding walking more difficult, a rollator can offer much-needed support. The good news...

By Neil BrownMobility Aids, Rollators

Students using wheelchairs and working on their assignments. They use a manual and an electric wheelchair.

25OctOctober 25, 2025

Manual vs Electric Wheelchairs: Which Is Right for You?

Choosing between a manual and an electric wheelchair is an important decision. It depends on how much mobility and independence you want, your upper body strength, where you’ll use the chair, and how often you’ll travel. Both types have advantages, but the right wheelchair depends on your lifestyle, comfort...

By Neil BrownMobility Aids, Wheelchairs

23OctOctober 23, 2025

How to Get a Commode Chair Through the HSE in Ireland

If getting to the bathroom has become difficult, a commode chair can make a huge difference. It offers safety, comfort and independence for people who find walking to the toilet challenging, especially at night or after surgery. In Ireland, many people can get a commode chair through the HSE, but...

By Neil BrownIncontinence, Mobility Aids

Elderly woman sitting on a shower chair in the bathroom before taking a shower.

21OctOctober 21, 2025

How To Get a Shower Chair From HSE in Ireland

Shower chairs can make a huge difference for anyone who finds standing in the shower difficult or unsafe. Many people don’t realise that the HSE in Ireland can provide shower chairs free of charge through its aids and appliances scheme. At Medpoint, we’ve researched the HSE’s guidelines to bring you...

By Neil BrownMobility Aids, Shower Chairs

Elderly man using walking stick in the park while walking with his daughter

18OctOctober 18, 2025

Indoor vs Outdoor Walking Sticks: What Physios Recommend?

Picking the right walking stick is a small change that can make a big difference. Indoors and outdoors place very different demands on your balance, joints and grip, so the ideal stick for the sitting room may not be the best choice for a wet footpath or a forest path....

By Neil BrownMobility Aids, Walking Sticks

Elderly woman using a rollator and walking in the park with her grandchildren.

14OctOctober 14, 2025

How to Choose the Right Rollator After Hip or Knee Replacement

Recovering from hip or knee replacement surgery is a gradual process that depends on steady movement, balance, and confidence. One of the most helpful tools to support recovery and independence is a rollator. The right rollator doesn’t just offer stability - it helps you walk safely, rest when needed,...

By Neil BrownKnee Pain, Mobility Aids, Rollators

elderly couple sitting on the sofa and watching tv.

11OctOctober 11, 2025

Essential Equipment for Stroke Recovery – Expert Guide

Recovering from a stroke is never a simple journey. It often means relearning movements, adjusting to new ways of living, and finding the right tools that make daily life safer and more comfortable. Families and carers are usually the ones searching for answers. What equipment actually makes a difference? How...

By Neil BrownIncontinence, Mobility Aids, Rollators, Shower Chairs, Wheelchairs

How to Customise an Electric Wheelchair for Comfort & Safety

The Complete Guide to Commode Chairs | By Medpoint

The Best Shower Chair Options for People With Balance Issues

How To Apply for a Rollator Walker in Ireland – Free & Paid Options

Manual vs Electric Wheelchairs: Which Is Right for You?

How to Get a Commode Chair Through the HSE in Ireland

How To Get a Shower Chair From HSE in Ireland

Indoor vs Outdoor Walking Sticks: What Physios Recommend?

How to Choose the Right Rollator After Hip or Knee Replacement

Essential Equipment for Stroke Recovery – Expert Guide

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