Tag: Home Medical Equipment

Creating a Mobility-Friendly Study Space

It’s back-to-school season, which means it’s time to set up a study area that will support learning all year long. If you have mobility issues, it is crucial to establish a workspace that encourages productivity and meets your unique mobility requirements. Here are some tips to help you create a mobility-friendly study environment! Understanding Mobility…

How to Choose Between a Handicap Accessible Ramp or Lift

If you or someone in your home is in a wheelchair, uses a walker, or needs a mobility device to get around safely, it’s time to make your home more handicap accessible. However, it can be difficult to choose the right types of modifications. Here is how to choose between a handicap-accessible ramp or lift…

What Medical Supplies Do I Need after Knee Surgery?

Coming home from an intense surgery requires a lot of preparation. You need to have your space set up for success to get the most out of your recovery time. During your pre-operation doctor’s appointments, you are provided with a wealth of information about your surgery, medications, and cost. Still, at-home recovery and the challenges…

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…

The Many Benefits of Lift Chairs

Recliners, La-Z-Boys, and grandparent chairs are just a few names for Americas most comfortable seating. Unfortunately, these chairs have a negative connotation associated with them as they are typically regarded as medical chairs. However, these lift chairs are so much more than that. They aren’t just your grandpas La- Z- Boy anymore. In fact, they…

Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Mobility Scooter

Mobility has turned into one of the biggest problems for many older Americans in recent years. There are millions and millions of people over the age of 65 who simply can’t get around like they used to. If you fall into this category, you might be thinking about purchasing a mobility scooter to make life…

Will Your Lift Chair Be Covered by Medicare?

If you have trouble standing from a seated position, your doctor may have recommended a lift chair. A lift chair can be a lifesaver for those of us with limited mobility, but they can be expensive. Will your lift chair be covered by Medicare? The short answer, from the Medicare website: while Medicare won’t typically…