Although british winters are not always as severe as they used to be, there are still parts of the country that get quite harsh winters and make conditions for walking more dangerous.

There’s also the possibility of travelling abroad and going to a country that is currently experiencing their winter and have snow and ice on the ground.

It poses quite a challenge when you rely on a walking stick and need to know that you have decent support and grip while you’re walking.

An Anti-Slip Ice Grip Attachment is available from some walking stick retailers that can be attached to any walking stick near the bottom that gives the end of your walking stick short spikes that can dig into ice on the pavements, roads and country paths so that theres less chance of your walking stick and yourself slipping.

The attachment can be removed when the weather no longer requires the ice grip attachment.

You can usually purchase an ice grip attachment for under £10.

This way you can still get around safely during those harsh winter months and while using your usual walking stick that you’re comfortable with.

For a person who is spending a lot of time in a seated position it can increase the chance of pressure sores, any relief from this pressure not only makes the person more comfortable but also gives a chance for the pressure sores to heal.

Fortunately for some instant relief it doesn’t require a new fancy invention but instead a simple inflatable rubber ring, they have the benefit of not only providing relief and a chance for pressure sores to heal but also aid in the prevention of pressure sores in the first place.

While using a rubber inflatable ring on top of your usual seating you can still sit in a relatively normal position, you wont be seated too high or awkwardly and you gain the benefit of relief from the pressure from being in the same position and also relief from general soreness throughout the day.

If you have trouble moving a stiff leg or a leg that is immobile for example as you get into a comfortable position in a wheel chair or a chair within your home then a leg lifter mobility aid can help with this day to day task.

How it usually works is that each end has a loop and you are able to slide the bottom loop underneath your foot and hold onto the other end with your hand then you can pull and lift your leg upwards enough off the floor to get your foot into position on the footrest of your wheelchair or just position your leg in a more comfortable position while in a seat at home.

You can usually purchase a leg lifter for under £10, and they come in handy throughout the day when you need to move one or both of your legs into an ideal position with ease.