How Stairlifts Can Benefit People With Osteoporosis

OOsteoporosis is a common disease that many older people may not even know they have. While the disease does not directly cause reduced mobility, someone with osteoporosis may experience regular fractures, which can make getting around their home hard. This is why a stairlift installation is often a good decision.

What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is considered a silent disease because many people may not know they have it until they break a bone. A person may not experience any signs, symptoms or pain until they experience a fracture. It is estimated that over 3 million people in the UK have osteoporosis.

Bone is a living tissue that gets replaced regularly throughout life. However, as you get older, the cells can’t reproduce as quickly, meaning bones are left weakened. The condition is more common in women because of the reduced levels of oestrogen following menopause, as oestrogen helps protect bone strength.

How can a stairlift help people with osteoporosis?

If you or someone you love has osteoporosis, it may be worth installing a stairlift to make getting around the house more comfortable. By providing safe, supported movement up and down the stairs, a stairlift reduces the strain on vulnerable joints and bones.

Stairlifts Reduce the Risk of Falls

When you have a stairlift installed in your home, it makes getting up and down the stairs much easier. This way, you don’t have to be worried about being unsteady on your feet and potentially tripping or falling down the stairs. For most people, a trip or fall may not be difficult to recover from, however, someone with osteoporosis may fracture a bone that will take weeks or months to fully heal again.

Stairlifts Help Ease Discomfort

If a person with osteoporosis has experienced a bone fracture, it may be difficult or painful to move around their home. A stairlift offers a little bit of extra support to ensure you can maintain your independence and easily get up and down the stairs.

Provide Much-Needed Confidence

A stairlift can often provide people with osteoporosis with that extra bit of confidence to know they are supported. It can help reduce anxiety about using the stairs and improve their quality of life.

Stairlifts in Corby and Beyond

If you or a loved one has osteoporosis, Alfix Stairlifts can provide you with a high-quality stairlift you can rely on. Whether you need stairlift installation in Kidderminster or stairlift hire in Dunstable, we’re here to help. We have a fantastic team of staff committed to helping those with reduced mobility regain their independence.

If you are interested in installing a stairlift in your home, get in touch with us today by visiting our website or calling us on 01926 334848. We operate in Warwickshire and the surrounding areas, so don’t hesitate to contact us today.