Stairlifts are a part of a wide range of mobility devices that are presently available. Mobility aids are specially developed to help people with limited mobility perform their daily activities. Today, there are a number of devices that greatly help the disabled to overcome their mobility problems. Wheelchairs, walking sticks and stairlifts are a few types of mobility aids that are commonly used.

Stairlifts provide comfort, independence and greater accessibility to people with limited mobility. Stairlifts are chairs that are usually attached to a rail allowing the chair to move from one floor to other.

Advantages of stairlifts:
• Stairlifts do not take up a lot of space
• Only rails need to be fixed to the side of the staircase in order to install them
• Stairlifts are suitable for both straight and curved staircases
• They are easy to use and install

Stairlifts are extremely cost effective. They are usually made from aluminium or steel and have swivel seats that provide comfort to the users while allowing them to easily sit on it and get off it. The elderly and disabled who face difficulties moving between floors can benefit a lot by using stairlifts.