From exploring your favorite city to enjoying your own backyard, living your life to the fullest means being able to access your favorite spaces with ease. Whether that means transporting your power chair for your next adventure or simply going down stairs, several products are available to make your life a bit more accessible.
The Importance of Staying Active STAYING ACTIVE PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN OUR PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH. CONSIDER THE BENEFITS:
Physical Benefits
Emotional Benefits
Social Benefits
Adults with disabilities are more likely to be diagnosed with heart disease, diabetes, obesity, stroke and cancer than those who don’t have mobility issues. An active lifestyle can play an important role in decreasing or slowing the progression of these health concerns.
An active lifestyle helps to relieve stress, improve sleep and increase energy levels. Remaining active—whether that means exercising or simply pursuing the activities you love most— can also boost your mood and has been shown to help ease symptoms of depression and anxiety.
When you can access the world around you with ease, it creates greater opportunities for social interaction. From joining a wheelchair basketball league to gardening, an active lifestyle creates ample opportunities to enjoy the things you love most with people who share that passion.
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