Stay Safe While Staying Mobile
Posted by Chelsea Shaffer on 6/21/2018 to
Mobility Aids Articles and Information
It’s National Safety Month this June and if you weren’t planning to do the safety dance before, you probably should now. While dancing isn’t exactly our priority this month, it is another activity that can go wrong at any moment. So whether you’re dancing, walking, driving, or just have plain bad luck, here’s some tips to keep you safe.
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Rehabbing At Home With Traumatic Brain Injury
Posted by Bonnie Joffe on 1/9/2018 to
Mobility Aids Articles and Information
Statistics show that approximately 1.5 million people will suffer yearly from a traumatic brain injury—80,000-90,000 of these individuals will be left with long-term or permanent disabilities. Because a brain injury affects each individual differently, recovery time and prognosis, as well as prescribed rehabilitation programs will vary widely based on how the brain was affected.
Checklist for Rehab
Posted by Bonnie Joffe on 12/15/2017 to
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Making a successful transition is not only the responsibility of the medical staff, but caregivers and the patient, as well. Look over this checklist so that the necessary home modifications can be made prior to the patient returning home enabling them to into a safe and protective environment.
Advancements In Mobility Aids
Posted by Bonnie Joffe on 12/10/2017 to
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On many levels, you could say that we are very lucky to be living in the 21st century, especially in regards to the innovation of medical technology and equipment.
Winter Safety for the Less Ambulatory
Posted by Bonnie Joffe on 10/31/2017 to
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Winter is not too far off and with the colder weather comes ice, sleet snow and rain. And for people who have mobility issues and are less ambulatory than they used to be, the importance of staying safer during the late fall and winter months is critical.
Living Alone After Age 65
Posted by Bonnie Joffe on 9/7/2017 to
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If you ask the majority of people over the age of 65, they would probably tell you that they wish to remain at home and living independently, even if it means being alone.