Mobility Impairment

A condition that limits a person's ability to move freely and independently, affecting functions such as walking, climbing stairs, or maintaining balance. Mobility impairments can result from congenital conditions, spinal cord injuries, amputations, neurological conditions like cerebral palsy or polio, or age-related degeneration. In accessibility practice, mobility impairments are among the most common disabilities worldwide and drive requirements for physical accessibility features such as ramps, elevators, and accessible transportation, as well as digital considerations like keyboard-only navigation and motor-accessible interface design.