Elderly individuals, who have physical limitations, have found the sock aids useful to wear their own socks without any strain from bending, thereby boosting confidence for an independent lifestyle. Some of the best sock aids available in the market are:…
Mobility aids are a boon for seniors who are faced with restricted movements because of ailments or deformities. Wheelchairs are one of the many useful inventions that give people with mobility issues the freedom to move around. The constant improvements…
Knee braces are no less than a boon to people suffering from arthritis pain or any other sort of pain. There are various companies which manufacture many knee braces, Donjoy is one such brand. Donjoy Knee Braces come in many…
As we age and children move away for work or personal reasons, it can become increasingly more of a challenge for the elderly to live independently. As we age, we realize that what seemed mundane daily activities, now pose a…
Regular back pains can cause uneasiness and instability in your day-to-day life. People, nowadays, have started turning to spinal decompression techniques – surgical and non-surgical. Non-surgical spinal decompression Non-surgical spinal decompression helps relieve your pain by stretching the spine very…
Fibromyalgia is a disease that is known to affect the muscle and soft tissues of our body. The disease involves a lot of pain and other symptoms include sleep problems, fatigue, trigger points which are painful and tender points. These…
The wheelchair is an essential medical apparatus and plays a significant role in lives of people suffering from mobility issues or illnesses. Wheelchairs come in various types and sizes. Manual wheelchairs are the ones with most basic designs. Ever since…
What is care at home? Care at home for seniors comprises a wide range of assistance from payment of bills, housekeeping, assistance with personal hygiene and grooming, organizing for entertainment to travel support. How do care at home costs compare…
Fibromyalgia is a disease whose root cause is not yet known. It is known to cause chronic body pain which creates a lot of trouble in the regular functioningt. The continuous muscle and tissue tenderness can lead to many sleep…
Online shopping has now made everything available at our doorstep. We use e-commerce websites for a variety of items – from grocery to apparels. This is usually done mainly to save time and money which are both equally precious. What’s…
A cane can improve your balance while you walk. The following points help you narrow down your choices to pick the best walking cane for you. There are different types of walking canes as well as walking canes with seats…
The scooter store was the largest provider of power mobility products in the nation including motorized wheel chairs or power chairs, mobility scooters and other related products. The company was incorporated in New Braunfels, Texas in 1991 and had served…
Wheelchair wheels play a significant role as they determine the functionality and effectiveness of this mobility apparatus. Irrespective of the terrain or the activities for which you will be using the wheelchair, the choice of wheelchair wheels can improve or…
Picking a cane off the rack in a multi-chain retail supermarket is an easy option. But if you are one of those seniors who is looking not just for any cane but want to personalize your purchase, then read on.…
What are walking seat canes? Seating has always been a problem, and for people who suffer from walking and other difficulties, it is even more difficult and strenuous. This issue has been solved by walking cane with seat that provides…
What are small power wheelchairs? Small power wheelchairs basically run on batteries. These small power wheelchairs are those wheelchairs which have a small framed wheelchair fixed on an engine. This engine is powered is powered by batteries. Depending upon the…
Orthopedic braces have been widely reviewed to be effective in aiding with arthritis pain because the pain of sore joints and immobility associated with arthritis can be excruciating at times and can restrain the elderly individual from carrying about with…
A patella brace can be used to offer some degree of support to the kneecap especially for those who have suffered severe injury or dislocation of the patella. Those with patella injuries may experience some concerns about walking as there…
Now you can customize your cane. You heard me right. I am talking about walking canes here. Once available as ordinary, uninteresting pieces of sticks, canes can now be custom made to suit your needs and tastes. Many companies offer…
Many patients who have issues with sleeping and need assistance even while getting out of bed. However, at night, it so happens that these patients tend to fall from their beds which can be life-threatening. To help patients have a…
Importance of lower back and what might be the reason for lower back pain Your lower back is a crucial part of your body. It is responsible for movements such as bending and twisting and supports the entire weight of…
Mobility scooters are elderly-friendly aids for those with disabilities or for those who simply need a convenient vehicle to move around due to mobility issues. These scooters are also called as power scooters and are basically motorized systems that are…
Riser recliner chairs are indeed one’s best friend, as it calms, relaxes and, at the same time, rejuvenates one’s self. These recliner chairs are high-on demand, as they both serve the purpose and helps in the completion of the overall…
Technology now-a-days is reaching the highest levels possible and developing at an exponential rate. We are fortunate enough to see technological advances that the human being could not even have perceived ten years ago. As such, along with the increase…
A wheelchair is a useful assistive tool for a person who is dealing with temporary or permanent mobility issues. Its wheels have a significant impact as it affects the control, smoothness, and speed of the ride. There are two types…
A small power wheelchair is a wheelchair mounted on a power engine powered by batteries. You can find these small power wheelchairs according to your choice and preference. These wheelchairs are built delicately and need to be maintained properly. The…
Our daily schedule leaves us with different sorts of pain and stiffness. In some cases, they tend to be chronic. Lumbar spine pain or lower back pain is one of the acutest cases that people usually face. For many people,…
Mobility aid is any device that is used to assist people who have mobility impairments. A wheelchair is the best example of mobility aid. Wheelchairs come in different form. Gone are the days of sturdy heavy wheelchairs. The self-propelled wheelchairs were the only option until the recent past. But the scenario…
Polar wrist based heart rate monitors are highly useful in helping us assess our day to day physical activity. This is highly beneficial for the modern human being who lacks the time to be able to assess the physical activities.…
Thigh high compression stockings have made life easier for those who have varicose veins, surgical pains or spider veins. Using thigh high compression stocking squeezes your legs and causes the blood to move up your legs. This, in turn, increases…