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At 54, Michael Smolnik has faced more challenges than most—multiple sclerosis, a severe Covid illness, and major life changes. Yet he remains determined, active, and full of optimism. With the right support and a reliable walking aid, he’s rediscovered independence and the joy of exploring the world around him.

A former nurse with a love for travel and the outdoors, Judi faced unimaginable loss and a life-altering brain injury that took away her independence — and nearly her hope. But through resilience, courage, and the unexpected help of a Trionic walking aid, she found her way back to freedom, confidence, and adventure once more.

A lot of people who, due to their mobility issues, try to get around with the help of a conventional walker or rollator, have noticed how difficult it can be. A curb or even a threshold can be an insurmountable obstacle and a gravel path, lawn or sandy beach is hopeless. Getting out into nature can be more or less imposible. With this in mind, a special all-terrain walker, the Veloped, was invented and developed at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Stockholm. The Veloped has changed the lives of ma

Many people who use a rollator or walker for various reasons have noticed how difficult it is to get around outdoors. Something as trivial as a curb, or a walkway with uneven ground, can become an insurmountable obstacle with a regular rollator. Not to mention gravel paths, lawns and sandy beaches that feel hopeless. Getting out into nature is basically pointless.

Magnus Legert is a former elite tennis player who worked as an orthopaedic surgeon. Life, however, took an unexpected turn. From being a healthy 50-year-old, he now lives with ataxia and is highly dependent on a walker. Rehab is an important part of Magnus' everyday life and without good assistive devices, this wouldn't be possible. Here, he shares his story in the hope of helping more people achieve freedom of movement.

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Ian Waddell, who turned 86 on March 4, 2024, has severe osteoarthritis and can't walk without two crutches or his walker. "The cardiologist team told me the closest I should ever get to a mountain is looking at a picture of it," he said. But I told them, 'Well, I am doing it anyway.'" As a veteran or former Parachute Regiment Soldier, Ian loves the outdoors and doesn't want to become a person who stays at home and watches TV all day because of his condition.

Fritidsbanken is like a library, but with sports and outdoor gear. Here, you can borrow equipment for an active lifestyle, and now you can also borrow an all-terrain walker for free for 14 days. Why not give it a try?

During a race weekend in July 2015, the professional motorcycle racer Kenny Noyes had a nasty crash that almost killed him. He suffered a traumatic brain injury and was in a coma for over a month – but fortunately, woke up. For the past 8 years he has been working daily and lately he has been improving with the help of the Trionic Veloped. Next year he plans to compete with it in the half marathon of Barcelona.

By now, all the brave and adventurous hikers and their companions have reached the finish line in this year's edition of “The Long Hike”. This is Sweden's longest hiking event for individuals with diverse capabilities.

I'm out on one of my daily photography walks along Klingerfjärden here in Söråker, Medelpad. My dog Lycka trots gladly next to me in her rolling leash as I keep an eye out for birds and other exciting sights around the natural surroundings and on the water.

I have been rather busy, finishing off a project suggested by one of our daughters. She suggested that I wrote a book about my life from 1940 to the present time. That is from WWII, covering my 81 years to date. She offered to check it over, as she used to work for a publisher. I managed to send my completed copy, and now I can tell you a bit about myself. Yes, I would be happy to reply to your 4 questions. 

Jane Herzog doesn’t want to be an inspiration. She just wants to be a runner by any means necessary.

I have been the proud owner of a Veloped Sport 14er for 18 months. I am 76 years old and suffer from arthritis and atrial fibrillation. Mobility for me is an issue.

Sometimes it can be hard to decide between two appealing options. If you’re thinking of getting a Trionic walker, you may be struggling to decide which one to go for. Do you choose the ultimate, all-terrain Veloped? Or the more compact yet still stylishly rugged Trionic Rollator? Before you go scrounging under the car seats for a coin to flip, read this.

Independence. Most able-bodied adults take it for granted.