Walking canes improve stability and support mobility for people with adverse leg issues due to many reasons like accidents or injuries. The best way to use a walking cane is by holding it with the hand opposite to the leg…
There are many brands and types of fitness trackers which make picking the right one a mind-boggling experience, especially for a senior. Some heart rate watches are much better than the others available in the market for senior citizens. Take…
Fitness tracking devices like wristwatches and smart-watches are becoming more and more popular as they have been proven to be effective in helping people stay motivated to achieve their fitness goals. Fitness trackers encourage high levels of self-motivation to achieve…
A cane is a walking stick used as a crutch or mobility aid. Canes can help to redistribute weight from the lower leg that is weak or painful and to provide tactile information about the ground to improve balance. In…
Elderly people who are diagnosed with high blood pressure may not be able to make a visit to the doctor every day to keep check of their blood pressure readings or know for a fact if the medicines prescribed are…
Keeping track of blood pressure of elderly people is essential to ensure that they are healthy and everything is under control, especially when one is diagnosed with hypertension. The traditional way of being able to check one’s blood pressure previously…
Canes that withstand more stress and pressure than the regular canes are generally known as heavy-duty or extra strong canes. So, now older people, who are big build, can rest assured that there are canes available for them as well.…
With the modern and somewhat unhealthy lifestyle, people are suffering from varieties of diseases and health issues. One such health problem that people get is feet, ankle, or leg pain which can be the cause of anything. In the language…
Well-fitted shoes that provide adequate support can go a long way in keeping you free from leg and joint pain. The right shoes can increase the degree of mobility in an individual. However, in some situations, normal shoes might not…
Elderly people are always shown a little extra care by the people around them. Age brings with it wisdom that is respected. And with increasing age comes aches, pains, weakened senses and sore limbs. With advancements in the fields of…
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…
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…
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…