Falls remain a pressing health issue in both community and healthcare system, and this challenge is only increasing with Australia's growing and aging population. In fact, around 1 in 3 adults over 65 and half of people over 80 will have at least one fall a year.

What role do walking aids play?

Walking aids are essential for preventing falls and allowing members of the community, who would not otherwise be able walk, to do so safely. However, walking aids are rendered useless if their aid is inaccessible of not used in the manor intended.