Showing posts with label mobility ability. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mobility ability. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Finest Putnam Writing Slope to Decrease Back and Neck Strain

Putnam Writing Slope that Can Decrease Back and Neck Strain while writing or Reading

Putnam Writing Slope

Improve your posture while writing or reading simply by adjusting the slant on our writing slope.

To decrease back, neck and eye strain adjust the angle of the writing slope towards you, this allows you to work at a comfortable upright sitting position instead of leaning over your desk.

Superior ergonomic design - beechwood surround with quality leathercloth insert.

Posture improvement writing slope

Two magnets secure paperwork whilst the small rounded lip holds books and pens. The writing slope's solid design to cope with every day use, non slip base, folds flat. Ideal for anyone working at a desk - the professionals' choice.

Adjustable stable work angle 22 - 60 degrees.

W58 x H44.5cm (22 3/4" x 17 1/2")

Mr K Sadler of Coulsdon writes:
We recently purchased a writing slope for our daughter who has special needs and we are so pleased with it, it makes writing so much easier for her.

Back Support / Back Pain Products

Mobility-Ability are a family run UK company listing superior quality back support & back pain care products. Medical & orthopaedic (orthopedic) professionals use and recommend our back support, back pain & backcare listed products and we are especially proud of the enormous amount of items sold by WORD OF MOUTH.

Back care / Neck Care Products

Buy back pain care products online or visit one of our specialist back care suppliers throughout the UK and abroad. Our back pain and neck care products are designed to alleviate strains and pain and help you lead a more comfortable life.

The product range includes Putnam Pillows, which have been a Top Seller for over 10 years, and a new unique Magic Range, which self inflate for individual comfort and support during travel.

We have also just added a range of value travel inflatable back rests, (backrests), and lumbar rolls, including two £3.99 back rests! So if you are looking for more comfort and less pain we have over 50 orthopaedic (orthopedic) / back support / back pain relief products for you to choose from.

Mobility-ability

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Car Seat Topper: Allows You To Sit In Comfort and Better Posture

New Visco Memory Products to Try!

Mobility-ability is excited to introduce 16 additional products to our already extensive line of proven and trusted back, neck pain relief products that includes special Putnam’s Visco memory mattresses, pillows, bakrests, superset, country seat, lumbar belt, seat topper!

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A NEW SEAT TOPPER THAT ALLOWS YOU TO SIT IN COMFORT WITH BETTER POSTURE!

If the base of your car seat dips and sags it is probably giving you constant discomfort when driving. The Seat Topper fills the sagging gap and allows you to sit in comfort with better posture.

It is tapered along the front edge to sit neatly in the well of your car seat. The Seat Topper is made of high quality comfort foam with a solid wooden base, and is upholstered in attractive hard wearing velour material.

for more details...check Mobility-Ability

-Eating & Drinking Elderly Aid Products

-Household & kitchen Arthritis Aids Items

-ranci endo
(mobility-ability)

Friday, July 11, 2008

Sero Pressure Cushion: Pressure Point Reduction, Relief- Prevent Buttocks Sores and Abscesses

Pressure Reduction : Sero Pressure Cushions. Foam helps eliminate numbness and relieves pressure points.
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Mobility-ability is excited to introduce 16 additional products to our already extensive line of proven and trusted back, neck pain relief products that includes special Putnam’s Visco memory mattresses, pillows, bakrests, superset, country seat, lumbar belt, seat topper!

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Sero Pressure Cushion: Pressure Point Reduction, Relief- Prevent Buttocks Sores and Abscesses.

Pressure relief cushion
NEW LARGER SIZE
  • Even weight distribution
  • Cool air circulation
  • Pressure relief
  • Lightweight and durable
  • Castleated cushioning
Cushion Dimensions:
46cm x 40.5cm (18" x 16")
Standard: 7.5cm (3") deep
Maxi: 11.5cm (4½") deep

Pressure relief Cushion


1: Pressure Point Relieves Cushion Deluxe cut out cover and includes top grade 50 superior foam


SERO PRESSURE CUSHIONS: PRESSURE REDUCTION and RELIEVES

Sitting in a chair has never been so comfortable thanks to the Sero Pressure Cushions. Made from Top Grade 50 superior foam we guarantee high performance and durability. The integral pockets allow air to circulate enabling heat to disperse, while the high profile foam helps eliminate numbness and relieves pressure points.

The Sero Pressure Cushion is also indispensable during the natural healing process. They are all one size with varying cut-outs and are suitable for the home, office and traveling. The zipped polyester cover is hand washable.

Dr M Wheeler of Middlesex writes:
I am delighted to say that the " Sero "cushion is the best cushion that I have used in 43 years of sitting in a wheelchair. During that time, I have used many types of cushion some costing in excess of £200 each but none of them has prevented problems of sores and abscesses on what remains of my buttocks.

I have not suffered a single sore or abscess in the past year and attribute this to the use of your cushion.

Dimensions: Length 42.5cm x 41cm (16¾" x 16¼")

The Theracube was tested at Salisbury NHS Hospital and found to be suitable for pressure relief in low to medium risk users.(Full report available on request)

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Electric Wheelchairs versus Conventional Wheelchairs

Today’s article is about wheelchairs, it’s narrated by today’s our guest contributor Kip Goldhammer. Here he goes…

Electric Wheelchairs versus Conventional Wheelchairs

The wheelchair is an important instrument that is used for various reasons that include accident, debilitating illness, old age and injuries. With the wheelchair, the disabled can continue with life. This is why they need accessible, comfortable and easy to use wheelchairs. Though there are manual wheelchairs, the electric wheelchair is a better choice for those permanently confined to a wheelchair.

With an electric wheelchair, the patient has more independence and finds it easy to move about freely. In other words, with an electric wheelchair, you are less confident on others and are basically more confident than others. In fact, there are people who still pursue sports and other activities designed for people in wheelchairs, with electric wheelchairs.

Electric wheelchairs are available in different sizes and weights. You have to choose yours according to your needs. Younger children or patients should use the paediatric sized electric wheelchair while larger patients should use the heavy duty electric wheelchair. Usually, the electric wheelchair can be folded easily, to make it convenient to store during transportation in a vehicle.

In addition to helping the patient move around, the electric wheelchair has accessories that help you do other work, depending on your needs. Some electric wheelchairs are designed so that it can be controlled by any portion of the body, for those with extreme paralysis. Then there are also electric wheelchairs where the owner controls the movements off the wheelchair with their mouthpiece. There are also some accessories in the wheelchair that makes it possible for you to communicate with others.

The main advantage of an electric wheelchair over a conventional wheelchair is that they offer greater manoeuvrability and better suspension to the patient. They usually have a great suspension system that maintains that the tires are firmly planted on the ground. This helps in the easy negotiation of minor bumps.

There are many stores selling electric wheelchairs where you have to visit to get an idea of the type and size of electric wheelchair that best suits you or the subject. If you are looking for your electric wheelchair for yourself, you can always use the internet to help you with your search for the perfect wheelchair for yourself.

You just have to use the search engine to reach the websites selling electric wheelchairs and on providing your requirements, you will receive an estimation of the perfect electric wheelchair for yourself. If it fits your budget, you may as well place an order, and pretty soon, you will find your electric wheelchair shipped to your doorstep. Before you decide to buy a power wheelchair you need to decide to visit our site (http://www.powerwheelchairreview.com). There may be some things you don't know about choosing the right equipment for your needs. Electric Wheelchairs

for more details...check Mobility-Ability
- Wheelchair & Scooter Accessory
- Orthopaedic Products elderly, handicap and arthritis friendly products

-ranci endo

Monday, July 7, 2008

My Children Will Care for Me - And Other Myths about Aging

Today’s article is about the aging myth we all know and expect in our aging days, it’s narrated by today’s our guest contributor Pamela D.Wilson, specializes in long term care planning and education for older adults. You can contact her at the care navigator or visit the care navigator blog for more free information: Here she goes…

Many parents come from the old school believing that their children will provide care for them when they age. Some children offer unwavering support while others simply have their own responsibilities with family and career. As a result, some parents expecting support from children are left without assistance. If your parents have slyly mentioned that they expect you to care for them when they are older, give them a copy of this article and have an open discussion. It may open their eyes to the reality and burdens of having children provide care versus developing their own independent long term care plan and result with a realistic expectation of what their children will do for them when the times comes. It may also force them to face the reality that they need to plan for their own care.

Myth one: my kids will take care of me. Have you asked them? Have they agreed? What happens if your children experience a change in their living location or employment status? Will they still be able to provide care? Do you really want your children providing assistance with personal hygiene, bathing and diapering when you age? Have you considered how the additional time required caring for you will affect their spouse, children and employment?

Myth two: I am healthy and will not need assistance. The statistics are indisputable. There is a one hundred percent probability that you will die. Unfortunately when death knocks it usually does not come conveniently or at the right time. Lucky are those who die quickly in an accident. Most of us will die after an illness that requires a certain amount of care. This care may be provided in our own home (we should be so fortunate) or the care will be provided in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. The odds are against us that we will not need care. And if we are fortunate we will not die alone but with friends or family at our side. Would you rather allow your family to be with you at peace in conversation and enjoyment or changing your diapers and worrying about how they will provide for you round the clock care?

Myth three: The government will take care of me. Unless you are fortunate enough to be a veteran of the United States or United Kingdom and accepted into a skilled care veteran facility, it is unlikely that the government will take care of you. Medicare after age 65 pays for hospitalization, some facility care and physician services. If you expect the government to take care of you then Medicaid will be your best option. Are you prepared to spend all of your assets down to a limit of $2,000 per month and live in a care facility funded by the government? Call around and go visit a Medicaid skilled nursing facility. Then decide whether that is the place where you want to spend the last year or days of your life.


Myth four: So we had a few problems in our relationship. When I really need care my children will come through. Depending on the level of difficulty in family relationships your children may or may not be there for you. We know that all children do not have positive relationships with parents or even sometimes with their siblings. There were six children in our family and we all had different relationships with our parents and each other. Don't believe that these differences will be swept under the rug when parental healthcare issues arise. In fact they often escalate as memories of the past that have not healed are opened again.

The truth of the matter is that you are the only person who can be relied on to care for yourself as you age. Sure it is nice to think that your children will help and they probably will. But how much better would it be to have a long term care plan in place that includes long term care insurance? This type of insurance reimburses health care expenses not paid for by Medicare like home care, day care, assisted living and skilled nursing care. How wonderful would it be for your family not to worry that the care you receive will be readily available and provided with quality.

Aging should not be about causing additional worry but about eliminating worry for yourself and family members. Retirement should be enjoyable versus spending through your savings to pay for unexpected long term care expenses. Consider long term care planning before issues arise so that neither you nor your family have to worry about how you will receive care when you need it.

for more details...check Mobility-Ability

-Eating & Drinking Elderly Aid Products

-Household & kitchen Arthritis Aids Items

- ranci endo

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

NEW MAGNET RACK, WALL MOUNTED MAGNETIC STORAGE RACK

What’s new in Mobility-Ability store?

Happy are days like today when we introduce a fantastic Arthritis, elderly user friendly

NEW MAGNET RACK - WALL MOUNTED MAGNETIC STORAGE RACK - NON-SLIP "SOFT-FEEL"

- Easy-Grip Kitchen Utensil has a comfortable, contoured handle with a non-slip "soft-feel" finish, giving a firm grip in either hand.

The handle is angled at 90°to maintain the hand and wrist in a natural, stress-free position.

It is lightweight the metal part is made from stainless steel. It is dishwasher safe

Dishwasher Safe.

PLEASE KINDLY NOTE: THE UTENSILS ARE NOT INCLUDED.MAGNETIC RACK


This range of Easy-Grip Kitchen Utensil shave comfortable, contoured handles with anon-slip "soft-feel" finish, giving a firm gripin either hand.


The handle is angled at 90°to maintain the hand and wrist in a natural,stress-free position. This entire range ofutensils is lightweight and all metal partsare made from stainless steel. All itemswithin the range are dishwasher safe. for more details...check Mobility-Ability


Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Elderly, Disabled & Handicap -How Convenience is mobility Scooter?

Elderly, Disabled & Handicap -How Convenience is mobility Scooter?

While mobility scooters for the handicap are not for everyone who is disabled, they can be of assistance to many.

A mobility scooter is a great alternative for those who may be limited in their movement, but still seek to be active. For a variety of medical conditions, such as severe arthritis or stroke, this type of transport allows more mobility ability and independence. Mobility scooters have emerged for some people as an alternative to other types of equipment, such as a wheelchair. For the elderly, handicap and disabled population, it is to them to participate in a more active lifestyle.

While mobility scooters for the handicap are not for everyone who is disabled, they can be of assistance to many. There great for people who cannot walk long distances or are easily fatigued. Mobility scooters allow people to continue to take care of themselves and be able to run errands, such as going to the grocery store. In addition to assisting those with certain medical conditions, they can also be helpful for people who have progressive condition, such as muscular dystrophy.

The changes in design for mobility scooters for the handicap have also helped to account for their increased popularity. Unlike the designs of the past, many of today's scooters are lightweight, and some can be easily disassembled and stored when not in use, or during transport. The rise of electric power has also made them more accessible. Now, instead of worrying about fuel, the electric models are simply plugged into the wall. Mobility scooters for the handicap also incorporate a variety of comfortable features. Many have a wide chair that is easy to sit in for long periods of time. There are also storage compartments, including a basket for easy access, and mirrors that give the driver an increased view. These features and more, help the driver feel comfortable and in control of their driving experience.

In some cases, scooter purchases are eligible for Medicare reimbursement. Many larger companies that sell scooters will have an in-house person who takes care of the paperwork and will help you determine whether Medicare will reimburse the mobility scooter purchase. A major consideration for Medicare is the intended use. Usually a scooter will not be approved just for leisure or outside the home. It needs to be for inside home use, and necessary for a person to handle daily tasks. Of course, there are many other requirements, but some people are able to purchase scooters, and get reimbursed through Medicare, depending on their situation.

Mobility scooters for the handicap and disabled offer increased movement and independence. While not for everyone, many people find that owning one has greatly increased the quality of their life, and they couldn't imagine living without one. If you are considering mobility aids, you may want to take a closer look at an electric mobility scooter.
The Convenience of Mobility Scooters for the elderly, handicap and disabled is huge positive plus to their day to day freedom.


Credit to -Amy Wells writes on a variety of consumer issues. Considering a scooter?

by ranci endo
Mobility-Ability

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