Tag: Mobility Products for Seniors

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…

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…

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…

Tips for Choosing the Right Cane

Canes can offer much-needed balance and support for elderly people and people coping with injury. However, if you’re planning to pick up a cheap cane from the drugstore, you may want to reconsider. The wrong cane can stress your wrist, not to mention hurt your back and further hamper your mobility. So how do you…

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…

Ways to Stay Connected with Your Grandchildren

The relationship between grandparents and their grandchildren is a special one, but sometimes it can be difficult for these two parties to find common interests. But whether you live across town or across the country from your grandkids, there is nothing better than spending time with them – whether it is on to phone or…

Bedroom Safety For The Elderly

For many elderly people, accidents can and often do happen in the least likely of places. One room in particular for trips and falls is the bedroom. Trying to get in and out of bed, tripping on table legs or having the wrong assistive equipment to move about can likely occur in the bedroom. Utilizing…