Category: Mobility Equipment

All About the UPWalker Walking Aid

Are you a senior citizen or rehab patient who needs some help getting around from day to day? Do you have a neurological, cardiovascular or pulmonary disorder? Do you suffer from pain, instability and poor posture from using a traditional walker or rollator? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the UPWalker Upright…

What Seniors Can Expect from Cataract Surgery

If you have cataract surgery coming up, it’s a good idea to know what’s going to happen. Here’s our guide to what seniors can expect from cataract surgery: First of all, know that cataracts are extremely common. By age 75, about half of Americans will have cataracts. Wait, back up—what are cataracts anyway? A cataract…

How to Care for Seniors With Mobility Problems

As we age, most of us will experience the physical instability caused by weakening muscles and joint problems as well as neurological conditions. But did you know that accidents resulting from these issues, especially falls, is the fifth leading cause of death for the elderly? If you’re caring for a senior with mobility problems, here…