Providing the independence that the elderly need in toilets, raised potty seats are a boon to those who have undergone surgeries, suffer from injuries or chronic arthritis, knee or hip pain, or have disability issues. The extra height that these…
Measuring blood pressure in the proper way and recording the correct readings is very important for all, but especially so for elders. This is because already blood pressure is bound to increase with age, so an incorrect reading would result…
The ability that humans possess to move their muscle and skeletal system is because of the musculoskeletal organ system. The branch of medicine that deals with this organ system is called orthopedics. An orthopedic doctor or an orthopedic surgeon is…
Orthopedic surgeons are physicians who treat conditions related to the musculoskeletal system. They receive specialized training and education in orthopedics to practice in this field of treatment. What is orthopedics? Orthopedics is the branch of surgery that treats conditions related…
Feet bear the burden of the entire body. Yet, we somehow tend to underestimate their well-being. But with all the walking and running and dust and dirt of the world, they need proper looking after. Don’t neglect a pain or…
Foot care is a dire need for everybody. You cannot always hide your feet away in a pair of socks. Besides, nobody wants their feet not to look presentable. Foot care can be loosely defined as taking care of your…
Knee replacement is one of the widely used treatments which help your knees return to normality again. This, however, has its benefits which make people go through this surgery and get a complete cure against the risky knee. The striking…
Your knees are probably one of the strongest and most important joints in your body. They hold and support most of the weight of your body. The knees play an eminent role in maintaining the overall balance of the body…
Knee support becomes essential when you start suffering from joint pains regularly, and they start hindering your daily activities. Knee pains may cause instability while walking, standing, jumping or running. Therefore, it’s important to care for yourself and your knees.…
Knee braces are made of various materials depending upon their use. The brace could be made out of metal, foam, elastic or out of straps of various kinds. These braces can be used by people who suffer acute knee pain…
Mobility aids are devices that help physically challenged or elderly people with restricted abilities to move around more easily. There are many types of mobility aids starting from the simple cane to electric scooters and stairlifts. Types of mobility aids…
For carrying the responsibility of our entire body, our feet deserve some extra attention and care which we often forget to provide. Especially in case of women, feet problems are troubling issues regardless of age. It can happen due to…
Mobility aids are devices that are intended for people who have suffered an injury or disability due to an accident, and for the elderly who need support. Use of such devices offer a greater level of independence, plus restoring their self-confidence…
Orthopedic shoes are those shoes which are good for your feet. Customized according to the shape of your foot, the orthopedic shoes have softer soles. This allows you to maintain your feet in their top form. One can find many…
As people age, they probably would consider buying a medical walker. Look for signs that indicate that you or your loved one may need mobility assistance. Medical walkers with wheels are a necessity for people with arthritis. Falls can be…
A shower commode makes the washroom a safe and secure place to use once again for those who are suffering from temporary or permanent immobility. Here are some of the things that you need to consider before purchasing a shower…
Are you suffering from arthritis? Do you have difficulty in walking due to leg fracture or injuries to legs? Or are you recovering from injury below the hip and require a walking aid? It is here where you need a…
Immobility can be disheartening to the extent where one needs help to do the very basic things like showering and washing. A wheelchair can give you support in most situations, but inside the washroom, it is not very helpful; and…
Wrist pain is a common condition among millions of people all over the world. There are many causes of this health condition. Wrist pain may occur due to injuries or disorders such as sprains, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures or…
Personal hygiene is very important to remain healthy and free from diseases. A few products are imperative when it comes to personal hygiene, these are: Soap The most basic necessity when it comes to personal hygiene is soap. There might…
Lumbar support belts are also called as back belts. These belts are medicated belts which one uses to provide support to their back. It is worn by people who suffer from lower back pain. The other situations when a person…
Your back problems and ailments might not always be related to your spine. Back problems can be of various types and often involves aspects such as muscles. Spine problems are more related to nerves. Doctors have observed the fact that…
Nowadays, home improvement product manufacturers have come up with an array of decorative grab bars that while serving their actual purpose, manage to blend into the décor and also offer multi-utility options seamlessly. Here are some of the exciting and…
It has usually been seen that people start taking dietary supplements or health supplements without doing their mandatory research or following an expert’s advice. It might not cause any danger but taking dietary supplements without discretion is usually not suggested.…
There are many abdominal belts/binders available in today’s market. Some cater to specific genders as the structure and shape of both men and women are very different. The abdominal belt for women supports and compresses the hip and the midsection,…
Abdominal pain can be caused by excess gas or by a pulled muscle that occurs between the chest and pelvic regions. The pain can either be a cramp-like one or a sharp one. Abdominal pain can occur anywhere in the…
Laughter is the best medicine, they say. But along with laughter, you do need medicines to cure an ongoing ailment. While medicines are known to work in most cases, they come for a price that is often way beyond our…
At every stage in our lives, our body’s needs change, and it is important to listen to the body and follow optimum nutrition practices. If one makes a habit of optimum nutrition throughout one’s life, the chances of a healthy…
Urinary incontinence can be an embarrassing condition. While considered to be more common among women, several men also do suffer from urinary incontinence. However, manufacturers of medical and healthcare products now have a wide range of urinary incontinence products that…
One of most common issues faced by women, especially after menopause is that of urinary incontinence. There could be many reasons for urinary incontinence including pregnancy, lax pelvic floor muscles post-pregnancy, or after menopause. Weak or overactive bladder muscles, repeated…