Spinal stenosis is one of the most common spinal conditions affecting millions of Americans. This condition causes an abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal which compresses the nerves traveling through the lower back in the legs. This degenerative condition is the leading cause of back pain and lower extremity pain in people over age sixty. It is estimated that about 2.4 million Americans will be affected by this spinal condition by the end of 2021.
Spinal stenosis is characterized by leg pain, leg numbness and low back pain. In most cases, these symptoms may either occur separately or together and are aggravated with activity (particularly standing or walking). In fact, many people with this degenerative disease have difficulty in doing routine tasks which may require them to walk or stand for a long period of time. Many even have difficulties climbing staircases. Installing a stairlift can be an ideal solution to resolve this problem and improve the mobility and independence of people with spinal stenosis.
SL-1000 Stairlift An Ideal Choice
Popular manufacturers offer various models of stair chair lifts fitted with superior safety features and technical specifications. In fact, there are lift models for curved, straight and spiral stairways and those with landings which can be installed both indoors and outdoors. The SL-1000 Stairlift from Savaria is a convenient accessibility device for straight stairs inside homes. Featuring a unique and convenient design, this model can be installed easily and quickly without making any structural alterations. With a total load capacity of 350 lbs, it comes with a travel speed of 20 ft/min and travels to a maximum height of 32 ft. The on-board controls and remote control operation enables users to glide up and down the stairs comfortably and safely. It also offers a soft start and smooth stop. Other key features of this device include
Sturdy rack and pinion drive
Seat swivels and locks
Retractable seat belt
Obstruction sensors to stop the chair if there is an object in its travel path
Folds up to less than 14′ from the wall to allow easy stair access when the unit is not in use
Emergency stop button and overspeed brake
Durable, aluminum extrusion rail construction
Constant-charge battery operation ensures stairlift operation even during power failure
Comfort foam seat and back rest with wipe-clean synthetic leather
Anti-skid, fold-up foot rest with safety edges to stop in case of obstruction
Adjustable arm width (up to 21’/533 mm wide)
Effective Post-sales Support
Its important to purchase the stairlifts from a reliable dealer. Leading dealers would offer various models of this device for straight as well as curved staircases as well as for the indoors and outdoors. Established dealers will also ensure efficient, hassle-free installation and maintenance services as well.
