Posts by NSM Seating

The majority of people think about safety as they age. Common activities naturally become a little more difficult and things that were considered bumps and bruises during youth are a little more significant. Part of the preparation for the inevitability of aging is modifying your in-home living environment. As of 2016, approximately 48% of homeowners…

  Approximately 6.8 million Americans use assistive devices to aid their mobility. One of the most common devices intended to improve mobility and overall elderly independence is a mobility scooter. Mobility scooters are useful for a wide variety of situations and lifestyles, but before you purchase one for yourself or a loved one, it’s important…

According to AARP and the National Conference of State Legislatures, 90% of people over the age of 65 want to live in their home as long as they can. To achieve their dreams of safely aging in place, thousands of seniors are investing in a compact stairlift designed to meet their mobility needs. But before…

In the last post, we discussed some common yet detrimental mistakes to avoid when installing building wheelchair ramps to improve handicap and elderly independence. However, it’s important to understand the full range of mistakes to avoid in order to provide maximum safety and mobility. Here’s part two of our guide to avoiding common mistakes when…

By 2030, older adults (seniors) will account for roughly 20% of the U.S. population. Many of these adults strive to stay independent and live in their homes as long as they can. In order to maximize both mobility and home comfort, it may be necessary to invest in a elderly lift assist devices such as…

Preparing your home for accessibility and safety as you age can be a difficult process. When you’ve lived in the same home for decades, it’s hard to think of this peaceful, happy place as dangerous. But if you don’t take the proper precautions to modify your home as you age, dangerous is exactly what it…

In the last post, we discussed some of the most common types of platform lifts for homes. However, it’s important to have a good understanding of all major types of platform and wheelchair lifts prior to determining which is the best option to improve elderly independence and general accessibility standards. Here’s part two of our…

When it comes to exploring and investing in platform lifts for homes, there’s no one-size-fits all solution. Each and every patient has a specific set of needs that must be met when considering any type of accessibility product. It’s also important to consider the design of the patient’s home before determining the most viable solution.…

NSM is excited to be a provider of Bruno lifts for trucks. They have a wide variety of solutions to ensure adequate transport of your mobility scooter or power wheelchair via your truck. They also manufacture unique transfer systems allowing for easier transfers from your scooter or wheelchair into the vehicle. Check out the video…

Approximately 53 million Americans live with a disability, and according to a recent study, the most common disability is associated with limited mobility. In the last post, we discussed some of the most common types of wheelchair ramps for stairs, vehicles, and entryways. However, it’s important to have a full understanding of each type of…