Caregiving
Mobility and Assistive Devices
Explore a curated range of mobility aids and assistive devices designed to support safe movement, improve independence, and enhance quality of care for both caregivers and patients.
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Please contact Carel du Plooy for more information on mobility and assistive devices.
CAREL DU PLOOY INC.
MEDICAL ORTHOTIST AND PROSTHETIST | Practice No. 0788511
Cell: 062 318 4073 | Tel: 067 814 6024 | E-mail: carelduplooyinc@gmail.com
Walking Aids
Cane
What it is
Single-point stick
Why it is needed
Mild balance support
Quadrupod
What it is
4-point stick
Why it is needed
More stability than cane
Walking Frame
What it is
Frame without wheels or with 2 wheels
Why it is needed
Maximum stability
4-wheeled walker
What it is
Walker with wheels + seat
Why it is needed
Balance + rest while walking
Elbow crutches
What it is
Forearm crutches
Why it is needed
Moderate mobility support
Exoskeleton walking devices
What it is
Robotic walkers
Why it is needed
Enable assisted walking in paralysis
Wheelchairs & Mobility
Manual wheelchair
What it is
Self or assisted propulsion
Why it is needed
When walking is limited
Powered wheelchair
What it is
Electric wheelchair
Why it is needed
Severe weakness
Mobility scooter
What it is
Outdoor mobility aid
Why it is needed
Longer distances, decreased endurance or long distances
Transfers & Lifting
Transfer board
What it is
Sliding board
Why it is needed
Bed ↔ chair transfers, Chair to car
Hoist (patient lift)
What it is
Mechanical lift
Why it is needed
Cannot transfer independently
Slide sheets
What it is
Low-friction sheets
Why it is needed
Easier repositioning in bed
Transfer turntable
What it is
Pivot disc
Why it is needed
Safer standing transfers
Bathroom & Toileting
Shower chair
What it is
Waterproof chair
Why it is needed
Cannot stand in shower
Bath chair
What it is
Chair in bath
Why it is needed
Safer bathing
Bath swivel chair
What it is
Rotating seat
Why it is needed
Easier bath entry/exit
Commode
What it is
Bedside toilet
Why it is needed
Limited bathroom access
Raised toilet seat
What it is
Elevated toilet
Why it is needed
Easier sit-to-stand
Grab rails
What it is
Wall-mounted supports
Why it is needed
Fall prevention
Seating & Positioning
Pressure cushion
What it is
Special cushion
Why it is needed
Prevent pressure sores
Positioning pillows
What it is
Support wedges
Why it is needed
Maintain posture
Tilt chair
What it is
Adjustable chair
Why it is needed
Comfort + posture support
Home Adaptations
Ramps
What it is
Inclined access
Why it is needed
Wheelchair entry
Stairlift
What it is
Motorized chair on stairs
Why it is needed
Cannot climb stairs
Hospital bed
What it is
Adjustable bed
Why it is needed
Easier care + transfers
Bed rails
What it is
Side supports
Why it is needed
Easier care + transfers
Compression Socks
Compression Socks
What it is
Increase compression
Why it is needed
Improves circulation, prevents DVT, and improves lymph drainage
Splints
Wrist Splint
What it is
Wrist splint
Why it is needed
Better hand positioning/support
Elbow & shoulder Brace
What it is
Elbow and shoulder support (Hard and Soft braces)
Why it is needed
Better upper limb positioning and support
Lumbar Brace
What it is
Lumbar Brace
Why it is needed
Lumbar support
Neck Brace
What it is
Neck Brace
Why it is needed
Neck support
Knee ranger
What it is
Knee ranger
Why it is needed
Control knee range of movement and support
KAFO
What it is
Knee-ankle-foot orthosis (KAFO)
Why it is needed
Knee and ankle support and positioning
AFO
What it is
Ankle-foot orthosis (AFO)
Why it is needed
Foot positioning and support
Night Splint
What it is
Night Splint
Why it is needed
Supports foot during sleep or when bedridden