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Possible reasons for difficulties in climbing stairs can be neurological diseases such as stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, or CP. Many people also suffer from muscle weakness – like Andrea, who has neuropathy and therefore does not feel safe on the stairs without additional support.
Stairs are often a big problem for people with lung diseases like COPD, as the lungs are strained when climbing the stairs. With the help of the TOPRO Step stair aid, Oddbjørn (68) can go back down to his basement and can continue to use his entire house more easily and safely.
Vertical lifts generally cost between €13,500 and €50,000 + installation. These are a good alternative for people who are dependent on a wheelchair and who want to move between the floors of their home.
The platform lift is also used as an alternative to the vertical lift and is a simpler and slightly cheaper alternative.
However, both alternatives come with certain requirements that the house and staircase must fulfil. The cost of a stairlift can vary greatly. Depending on the stairlift provider and stairlift model, the prices for a stairlift can vary greatly.
The stairlift costs in most countries are generally between 2,500 – 8,000 euros for a straight staircase and even higher for a curved staircase. (Average comparative prices, public information for the German market 2024)
In addition, a building permit is required, as well as periodic inspection and maintenance.
The escape route width must also be maintained and the staircase must still be able to function as part of the escape route. The legally prescribed minimum width of a staircase must be maintained. Furthermore, road safety and fire protection must not be impaired.
The stairlift must be made of non-combustible materials and, if necessary, it must be possible to push it into the parked position by hand. In the parked position, the stairlift must not obstruct the flight of stairs and the stair handrail must be usable.
In apartment blocks and rented flats, the above requirements apply so that the safety of other residents is guaranteed. The construction costs must be borne by the person concerned.
TOPRO Step is a new type of aid that was developed at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim and launched on the market in 2015. Today, there are thousands of people who use TOPRO Step on a daily basis and benefit from its advantages over a conventional stairlift.
TOPRO Step was developed for people who can still walk themselves, but for various reasons need more support and safety when climbing stairs.
The stair assistant TOPRO Step is used by people with a variety of illnesses.
are typical TOPRO Step users and benefit from the additional support and safety that the stair climbing device provides when going up and down the stairs.
TOPRO Step is not a replacement for stairlifts, but a simpler, more affordable, and more active alternative. TOPRO Step is suitable for people who want to maintain or build their walking ability and want to do so safely.
There are also wheelchair users who can use the TOPRO Step to train muscle function and maintain movement – both privately or in therapy.
Similar to stairlifts, the price of a TOPRO Step depends on various factors.
TOPRO Step is modular-based and therefore does not need to be completely customized to fit your stairs. Factors that influence the TOPRO Step price include:
The TOPRO Step is a cost-effective alternative to a stairlift for those who can still climb stairs but need additional support and safety.
The installation can be carried out at short notice, as no building permits are required and delivery and assembly times are short. Typically, the old stair railing is replaced by the TOPRO Step stair assistant for installation – however, the old stair railing can also be retained if desired.
Due to the simple and professional installation by our sales partners and installers, the TOPRO Step is a cost-effective alternative to a stair lift.
The stair assistant consists of the handrail, which is moved by the user along the handrail and a handrail that is mounted along the stairs on the wall. The handrail offers two heights so that the user can comfortably position their hands where it is best and most comfortable.
The patented braking mechanism ensures that the handrail locks. The elegant and high-quality design of the TOPRO Step discreetly integrates into your home and blends in inconspicuously, as it takes up as little space as possible.
If the stair assistant is not used, the handrail can be folded towards the wall. This way it is only 18 cm away from the wall. The handrail and the handle are exclusively made from high-quality and sustainable materials such as stainless steel and anodized aluminum.
The user is usually behind the handrail – which offers two grip heights, allowing the hands to be comfortably positioned. The user pushes the handle an arm’s length away from themselves as they ascend the stairs.
This is repeated for each step.
When going down the stairs, the handrail is lifted slightly to the side, releasing it from the lock. Here too, the handrail is pushed away at arm’s length, then set down so that the handrail locks into place – only then can you continue walking.
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To carry out an on-site inspection and receive a quote, make an appointment with us. Once you have accepted the quote, we will carry out the installation, which usually only takes a few hours.
TOPRO Step is TĂśV-tested and certified and meets all functional and safety requirements.
TOPRO Step is designed so that it can be easily adapted to your staircase. It can be installed on straight stairs, curved stairs and stairs with a landing.
Ask your health insurance company about the possibility of cost coverage or possible subsidies. Please note that these options are country-specific and individual.
TOPRO Step means TOPRO quality. When you buy a TOPRO Step, you receive a guarantee of up to 5 years.
We measure success by satisfied customers, which is our top priority. We already have over 4,000 satisfied users throughout Europe.
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Every year, around 600,000 people in Germany alone visit the emergency room due to falling accidents, according to the Federal Statistical Office. These falls can happen both in the home and in public buildings or outdoors. Falling on stairs can have dramatic consequences, such as hip fractures or femoral neck fractures. In this article, we will explore various options for making stair climbing safer.
Jakob Rønningen had no objections when the stair climber was ready for use in the care home. “The device looks good and is robust. I felt safe,” he said after walking up and down the stairs once.
Fall prevention: Falls are one of the most common causes of accidents in Germany. Every year, more than 600,000 people fall in Germany. According to the Federal Statistical Office, 12,867 people died from a fall in 2015 alone.
Particularly as people get older, they often suffer serious injuries. The German Medical Association North Rhine estimates that around 80 percent of all over-80s and around 30 percent of all over-65s fall at home every year.
Whether due to increasing age or an illness – sooner or later, most people have difficulty climbing stairs. That is why we have written this guide on the subject of support when climbing stairs. It will help you to use the stairs safely and independently.
Last Wednesday, the TOPRO Step stair climber was installed in the Aure care home. An aid for climbing stairs. (This is a translation based on an article by Ivar Torset, originally published in Nordvestnytt on March 16, 2017).
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