The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates the majority of fatal injuries and non-fatal trauma-related hospital admissions are caused by falls. Considering many of these falls occur when walking up and down the stairs, investing in a stair lift can go a long way in preventing a sudden injury. When it comes to senior care, going above and beyond to protect them and their mobility limitations is often a requirement. Their stair lift could be essential in how high their quality of life is, so it’s important to maintain it properly to keep it operating as smoothly and efficiently as possible for as long as you can.
Wipe Down Your Stair Lift Regularly
Dusting your indoor stair lift at least once a week can keep dust and debris from building up on it. Allowing dust to build up on the track can disrupt the track, which could cause it to not operate as smoothly. And if you have an outdoor stair lift, cleaning it more often may be required since it’s exposed to more elements daily. Just be sure to clean it safely at the bottom of the stairs to reduce the risk of falling while performing the task.
Check Your Owner’s Manual For Cleaning Tips
Every stair lift is different and requires various cleaning techniques. While it’s easy to dust off the product every few days, there may be other routine maintenance checks you need to do once a month or a few times a year. A dangerous situation can be created if a stair lift is not operating smoothly since it could come off the track and make it unstable. For a person with mobility limitations, even the slightest jerk could make them lose their balance and potentially fall or injure themselves. If you’re a caregiver, consider testing the product out yourself so you know how it should work and can identify any issues it may be having.
Call A Professional For Maintenance Periodically
If you need assistance performing any maintenance on your stair lift, it’s recommended to call a professional to service it. In fact, it may be valuable to make this a routine task to ensure it’s always working as it should be. At the very least, the professional can lubricate the track during their visit and tighten any screws on the device, which can be difficult to access on some models. Having a professional out will ensure your stair lift is always operating properly, and will also protect your investment for years to come.
Next Day Access is here to help people with mobility limitations experience independent living again. Our accessibility products and solutions are geared toward helping patients and caregivers alike, and we are available to answer any questions or provide advice about your products along the way. To learn more about how our solutions can help you, feel free to contact us at any time.
