Prolonging & Protecting Your Mobility When You Have Arthritis
Living with arthritis can sometimes feel like you’re constantly adapting to new limitations. At Kudos Stairlifts, we believe mobility shouldn’t be one of them. Whether you’re experiencing discomfort in your joints or struggling with stiffness, small daily changes and gentle exercise can go a long way in protecting your independence and prolonging your mobility.
Let’s explore some simple, joint-friendly ways to help keep you moving – and how a stairlift can be a powerful ally in maintaining access to your entire home.
Why Movement Matters with Arthritis
Although arthritis can make movement feel daunting, staying active is one of the best ways to manage symptoms. Gentle exercise helps:
- Keep joints flexible;
- Improve circulation;
- Strengthen supporting muscles;
- Reduce stiffness and pain;
- Boost your energy and mood.
Even small movements done daily can make a big difference in how you feel.
7 of the Best Exercises for Managing Arthritis
These exercises are low-impact and can be done from the comfort of your own home. Always listen to your body, and stop any movement that causes pain.
1. Ankle Circles:
- How to do it: Sit with your legs stretched out. Slowly rotate your feet in a circular motion – 10 times in one direction, then the other.
- Why it helps: Improves ankle mobility and circulation.
2. Heel/Toe Lifts:
- How to do it: Sit forward in a sturdy chair. With your feet flat, lift just your heels, then lower them and lift your toes.
- Why it helps: Strengthens the lower legs and keeps feet and ankles flexible.
3. Knee raises:
- How to do it: While seated, lift one knee as high as comfortable, then lower it. Alternate legs.
- Why it helps: Supports hip and thigh strength, aiding walking and balance.
4. Shoulder Stretches:
- How to do it: Sit or stand. Press your forearms together in front of you, then open your arms and bring elbows back gently.
- Why it helps: Eases stiffness and maintains shoulder range of motion.
5. Forward Arm Reaches:
- How to do it: Sitting or standing, stretch both arms straight overhead.
- Why it helps: Keeps shoulders and upper back active and mobile.
6. Shoulder Squeeze & Wrist Stretch:
- How to do it: Place your palms and fingers together in front of you and gently push your arms out, keeping palms touching.
- Why it helps: Stretches wrists and relieves tension in the upper body.
7. Hip & Calf Stretch:
- How to do it: Stand using a chair or countertop for balance. Place one foot forward and the other back. Bend the front knee slightly and press the back heel down.
- Why it helps: Stretches hips, calves, and improves balance.
Supporting Your Independence at Home
While daily movement can help preserve your mobility, it’s equally important to adapt your home to support you – especially when stairs become difficult or painful. That’s where we come in.
At Kudos Stairlifts, we provide bespoke stairlift solutions that make every floor of your home safely accessible. With smooth, quiet operation and industry-leading features, a stairlift helps:
- Reduce strain on joints (especially knees and hips);
- Prevent falls on stairs;
- Encourage continued use of your home without limits;
- Offer peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Why choose Kudos Stairlifts?
- Industry-leading stairlift solutions.
- Customer-focussed service throughout your journey with us.
- Accredited Which? Trusted Trader status held for over 10 years.
- Reputable certifications & accreditations, including BHTA.
- Affordable refurbished stairlift options.
- Tailored designs that integrate into your home seamlessly.
- Expert aftercare and support from our team of highly trained engineers.
Prolong Your Mobility with Kudos Stairlifts
Arthritis doesn’t have to mean giving up your freedom. With gentle, consistent exercises like ankle circles and knee raises, you can keep your joints moving and your body stronger. Pairing these routines with supportive home adaptations – like a reliable stairlift from Kudos – ensures you stay active, independent, and confident in your own home.
Because your comfort, safety, and mobility matter.
Whether you’re looking for modern stairlift designs, refurbished stairlifts, or solutions for long-term use, we supply & install high-quality stairlifts tailored to your needs. Contact us today to explore your options and take the first step toward greater independence.
Contact our Client Focus Team today to discuss how a stairlift can improve and protect the quality of life for you and your family.
Choose from a range of industry-leading curved or straight stairlifts, suitable for almost any staircase and expertly installed by our own engineers.
Call us now on 0800 1522400 to arrange your free, no obligation survey and quote, or to ask any questions you may have.
OTHER USEFUL LINKS
⇒ Contact us ⇒ Get Your Stairlift Quote ⇒ The Kudos Blog
⇒ Stairlifts bring quality to your life, not just your mobility
⇒ How much does a stairlift cost? ⇒ Who should have a stairlift and why?
⇒ Why the average age of a stairlift user is changing
⇒ WheelsNoHeels YouTube video – ‘Buying a Stairlift in Your 30s’
