Page 10 - For Seniors

Patient lifts, hoyer lifts, stand-up lifts, ceiling lifts – they all sound like they do the same thing, so what’s the difference? Each type of lift is intended to perform a certain function, so knowing the basics about these lifts can help you to choose the lift that is just right for your situation.

Nothing can beat the comfort of your own home. If you have been considering nursing home care but want to retain your independence instead, then consider these five home modifications. These modifications can potentially keep you from going into a nursing home.

A bad fall is terrible for anyone that does it, but the truth is that it gets (unfortunately) worse as we age. We just don't pop back up as quickly as we did in our youth, and falls for older Americans can have lasting effects that permanently reduce your mobility.

According to research by the National Council on Aging, every 13 seconds, an older adult is seen in emergency care for a fall-related injury. That's scary.

The best thing you can do is to take following preventative measures.

When you’re shopping for patient lifts online or in a store, you might encounter some confusing vocabulary. To help you make the right decision here’s what those terms mean and why they matter.

When you’re shopping for massage chairs online or in a store, you might encounter some confusing vocabulary. To help you make the right decision, here’s what those terms mean and why they matter.

If you suffer from the aches and pains of modern daily life (and who doesn’t?) a massage chair can be one of the most relaxing and health-promoting purchases you can make. While massage chairs are a relatively recent development in human history, people have been practicing and benefiting from massage for thousands of years.

A patient lift is a device that helps caregivers at hospitals, nursing homes, and in private homes move those with limited mobility between beds and chairs or from a sitting position to a standing position. By giving a helping hand, patient lifts help reduce injuries to both patients and caregivers and provide smooth, comfortable transitions.

If you’re in the market for a patient lift for your facility or your home, this guide should help you choose the right one for your needs and the needs of person or people who trust you with their care.

When you’re shopping for wheelchairs online, you might encounter some confusing vocabulary. To help you make the right decision here’s what those terms mean and why they matter.

Chronic muscular pain is no fun. Whether you are experiencing muscle pain due to exercise, your job, an injury, or a medical condition, living with soreness and fatigue on a daily basis can have a negative effect on your physical and mental health.

Here’s the good news: There are many ways to reduce or eliminate chronic muscular pain in your legs, arms, and back. One of the simplest and most effective methods is to use a massage chair to stimulate circulation and alleviate muscle tension.

Wheelchair technology has advanced dramatically in recent decades, thanks to innovations in seat design, wheel materials, electric controls, and chair accessories. Seniors who rely on wheelchairs can move around more easily and securely than ever before. However, many seniors still find that their chairs are not as comfortable as they would like.