A new king of the off- road
AQUALITY and reliable TGA mobility scooter can give you independence outdoors if you have walking problems due to conditions such as Parkinson’s or a stroke. TGA provides the country’s widest range of mobility scooters so there’s a model to suit everyone’s individual needs. It is important to select the right scooter for you as features and controls vary greatly.
The caring and friendly TGA advisors can recommend the ideal scooter to maximise your comfort and independent mobility. So if you are living with diffi culties arising from a stroke or Parkinson’s, then here’s a few scooters to try…
TRY A FOLDING MINIMO OR MINIMO PLUS IF YOU HAVE PARKINSON’S
If you live with Parkinson’s you may have reduced mobility, stiff muscles and shaky hands. This means being able to go out independently to spend time in the park, see family or visit a social club can be difficult.
However if you own a mobility scooter that is easy to control such as a TGA Minimo or Minimo Plus, you can once again enjoy the outdoors and avoid being stuck at home or dependent on others for help.
With a folding Minimo Plus you benefi t from the best of both worlds – a mobility scooter that is supportive and comfortable yet can be folded up and stored in a car boot or on the bus. If you have a relative or carer who drives, the Minimo Plus can be lifted easily into the boot of their car so you have your own scooter wherever you go.
If you can travel independently on the bus or train, the compact Minimo Plus is simple to get on board as it can be folded up in seconds. It only needs a small storage space and has a removable seat for even easier lifting. This amazing scooter runs on pneumatic tyres for a smooth ride and its revolutionary ultra- lightweight battery can be lifted with one fi nger – unbelievable!
If you have Parkinson’s then ample space to stretch out your legs is important. The last thing you want is to have cramped knees and ankles. This is where the Minimo Plus’ spacious fl oor well can help as it has lots of leg room either side of the control tiller.
The handlebars can be adjusted along with the seat so you can rest your arms, hands and shoulders in the most comfortable position.
With ergonomic controls and easy- to- push buttons, the Minimo Plus is perfect for people with Parkinson’s. Janet Murray, of Buckie near Aberdeen has Parkinson’s and said: “I haven’t owned my Minimo mobility scooter that long, however I already love it.
“I’ve never seen a scooter like this before and as my previous one was impractical for storing in the car boot, my mobility outside was very restricted. Now my folding Minimo mobility scooter is sure to travel with me wherever I go and as it is so manoeuvrable, I have been driving around inside at home which is a massive help.”
TRY A TGA BREEZE S4 IF YOU’VE HAD A STROKE
Living with the after- effects of a stroke can be challenging, however a TGA mobility scooter can help. You may have muscle weakness or paralysis on one side of your body that can limit independent mobility and walking, especially outside.
With ownership of a scooter such as a record- breaking TGA Breeze S4, you need not give up your freedom. If you have had a stroke, it is essential to choose a mobility scooter that is easy to steer, has excellent suspension and offers a choice in controls – the fl agship 8mph mobility scooter from TGA has it all.
If you are looking for the ultimate mobility machine for peace of mind in the countryside, then the Breeze is the one. Still perfectly suitable for urban streets, the TGA Breeze is a high quality, sturdy and reliable mobility scooter that has appeared on BBC Top Gear and completed several extreme world record challenges. It gives you all the features you’ll ever need for maximum comfort and support following a stroke.
Its fully adjustable, swivelling orthopaedic seat, independent suspension and responsive performance will deliver a ride that is second- to- none. It has all the power to successfully tackle off- road tracks and trails if you live in a rural setting and can come with TGA’s pioneering puncture sealant pre- injected for extra peace of mind.
Ideal if you have weakness down one side, this ‘ Rolls- Royce’ of mobility scooter offers tailor- made controls that can be fitted on the left or right hand side. The 4- wheel Breeze S4 has a range of up to 30 miles and is the trusted choice for dependable reliability wherever you go.