Choose with confidence

Choose a cane or crutch by height range, handle fit, tip, adjustment and the task it supports. Learn what to check with a mobility professional.

Measure seat width, seat depth, seat height and back height for a manual wheelchair, compare standard, lightweight and transport chairs, and know when to get fitted.

Compare sealed lead-acid and lithium mobility scooter batteries by device weight, listed range, charging routine and approved replacement options.

Compare hitch-mounted scooter lifts and interior hoists by cargo space, device capacity, vehicle limits and the loading routine.

Compare solid and pneumatic mobility scooter tires by upkeep, route, wear and model compatibility before selecting a scooter or replacement wheel.

Compare front-, mid- and rear-wheel-drive power chairs by turning space, indoor layout, outdoor routes, transport and seating needs.

Compare travel and full-size mobility scooters by transport, range, comfort, terrain, storage and turning space before selecting a model.

How standard walkers, two-wheel walkers and three- and four-wheel rollators differ in stability, speed and seating, plus how to set the handle height correctly.

Compare wheelchair cushion construction, fit, stability, care and replacement needs, then plan selection with a qualified seating professional.

Work out ramp length from rise using the ADA 1:12 slope, landing and width guidance, when handrails are needed, and portable versus modular ramps for homes.

Compare straight and curved stair lifts by turns, landings, rail path, transfer space, parking, power and the installer survey.

Measure doorway clear width, threshold height, door swing and approach space before choosing a portable or fixed threshold ramp.

Where to put grab bars by the toilet, tub and shower, ADA height and diameter guidance, how to anchor them into studs or blocking, and why suction bars are not safe.

What over-the-counter hearing aids are, the FDA rules since 2022, who should see an audiologist instead, and how to compare fit, controls, batteries and returns.

How optical handheld magnifiers, portable electronic magnifiers and desktop video magnifiers compare, plus free phone magnification tools, for low vision.

How Medicare Part B covers durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and hospital beds, what it does not cover, costs and how to use enrolled suppliers.