The truth is, if you are struggling with using the stairs in your home, you are likely a good candidate for a stairlift. Stairlifts increase accessibility by providing support and assistance during the everyday task of using your stairs. Mobility struggles can be debilitating, and they can severely impact the quality of life if accommodation is not provided. 

As mentioned above, there isn’t a complete list of conditions that qualify the use of a stairlift, but there are few common conditions that may benefit from stairlift installation. If you struggle with any of the below conditions and you have seen your mobility suffer, don’t hesitate to request a free consultation today. 

Neuropathy

Neuropathy is often the result of prolonged alcohol abuse, diabetes, and kidney disease. Neuropathy causes chronic pain, which can be localized in your hands and feet or affect other areas of the body. This condition can make it incredibly and increasingly difficult to climb stairs. With the help of a stairlift, you can relieve some of the pressure on your affected areas and limit the amount of pain you may experience in a multi-level household. 

Diabetes

Diabetes can often cause neuropathy, but it can also lead to other medical issues, including possible amputations. If you or a loved one has had to have a limb amputated due to diabetes, a stairlift is an absolute necessity if they need access to the upper areas of the house. However, amputation is not the only risk associated with diabetes. In some cases, diabetic individuals may also struggle with obesity. Obesity can place stress on your joints and limbs, which can make everyday activities difficult. Incorporating a stairlift into your home can help relieve these inconveniences, daily aches and pains, and mobility concerns. 

Arthritis 

Anyone with arthritis can detail the implications it has on their daily life. Adding a stairlift to your home can help relieve symptoms associated with rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. Reducing the demand on your arthritic joints can reduce your daily pain levels, swelling, and associated symptoms. 

Muscular Diseases

Degenerative muscular diseases, like Muscular Dystrophy and Muscular Sclerosis, can limit your ability to control your muscles and movement. As such, climbing and descending stairs can create a tremendous risk for accidents and injuries. If you or a loved one are living with a muscular disease, a stairlift can help. Not all days are bad days with muscular diseases, but it’s better to have a stairlift for support when you need it. 

Respiratory Conditions

Whether you have asthma, COPD, or emphysema, no one wants to feel winded at the top of a staircase. If you have been advised to avoid strenuous activities and you have been struggling with the stairs, it’s important to consult a medical professional about the benefits of a stairlift for your lifestyle. 

Stairlifts can help people struggling with mobility issues to maintain independence, continue living independently, and reduce reliance on family members. Not only that, but stairlifts can vastly improve the quality of life for individuals who have had to avoid stairs or suffer through immense pain during their daily activities. 

For more information about some of the available mobility solutions on the market, visit our showroom or request a consultation today!