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Evacuation and Floor Recovery

Safely Lift a Fallen Person with Mangar Lifting Cushions

After a fall, safely lifting somebody up from a prone position may become dangerous to both the fallen person and their first aid responder. Falls can lead to fractures and if assistance is not administered properly, further injury can occur to the fallen patient as well as the first responder. Finding the proper equipment and technique can safely lift someone from the floor to a seated position.

Evacuation and Floor Recovery

Using the Standard Evacuation Chair for Emergencies

Emergencies come in all forms: fires, earthquakes, and floods, these are just some of the potential emergency situations when individuals with limited mobility find themselves at a distinct disadvantage.Finding a simple and efficient method of evacuation is important. Enter the Evac Chair 300HStandard Evacuation Chair. Using this mobility aid may at times be your only option for a safe evacuation.

Medical Tables

Using Armedica Quantum 400 Intersegmental Traction Table for Pain Relief

Back pain does not discriminate. It doesn’t matter whether you’re male or female, young or old, active or sedentary, anyone can be at risk.The Armedica Quantum 400 Traction Table is the perfect device for helping to relieve back pain and muscle tension through massage and making IST therapy simple and efficient.

Enteral Feeding Tubes

Learning to Use the Kimberly-Clark Gastrostomy Feeding Tube

Healthy living has become synonymous with healthy eating. The social media, print media, health journals are all full of the super foods we should eat for maintaining good health. It is all doable as long as we have the ability to orally ingest, chew and digest all those nutritious foods. What happens if we can't do that?

Medical Tables

How the Armedica AM-SX 1060 Hi-Lo Changing Table Benefits You?

Patient transfers from mobility aids such as a wheelchair hide potential dangers to patient and clinician alike. Transfers can put a strain on the lower back and potentially lead to dangerous patient falls.Understanding how Armedica AM-SX 1060 works will make transfers easier.

Low-Air-Loss Mattresses

Therapeutic Advantages of Low Air Loss Mattress System

There is a growing population of patients who are bed-bound or who spend a considerable amount of time in the bed. If using a conventional bed, the body heat and moisture gets trapped causing skin breakdown and rashes, leading to sores and ulcers.

Patient Safety

Preventing In-Home Patient Falls

Many falls do not cause any injury. However, one out of five falls causes a serious injury such as a broken bone or a head injury. This further leads to limited activity, reduced mobility, loss of fitness and an induced fear of falling.

Medical Stools

Ergonomic Medical Stools for Hospital Facility

An ergonomic medical stool allows physicians, clinicians, and caregivers the comfort to get through a long workday and Health Products for You offers a wide range of medical stools for all.

Transfer Aids

Transfer Boards : Your Guide To Using Sliding Boards

Transfer boards or sliding boards are device specially designed to assist people to move from one place to another. They prevent slips or falls while moving.

Recently Added

Foot Conditions

10 Things to Try for Immediate Relief for Metatarsalgia

Metatarsalgia is a medical condition that results in pain in the ball of the foot. It occurs due to issues with the metatarsal bones, connecting the toes to the ankles. For immediate pain relief from metatarsalgia, you can use home remedies and exercises. If you are also dealing with this condition and want something that can offer immediate relief for metatarsalgia, this article is for you. Here are 10 things you must try for metatarsalgia treatment at home. READ MORE.

Cardiovascular Health

7 Worst Foods For Your Heart

Harvard Medical School suggests having a diet of heart-healthy foods helps maintain good health. Here are 7 worst foods to avoid for a happy heart. READ MORE.

Ostomy Guide

Recovering after an Ostomy Reversal Surgery

Recovering from a temporary ostomy surgery presents unique challenges. What is ostomy reversal surgery? What does stoma reversal surgery entail? We have some information for you. READ MORE

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

5 Best SI Joint Belts

If you experience lower back pain that disrupts your daily life? SI Joint Belts can help. These belts are designed to reduce pain and inflammation and restore function to the sacroiliac joints. READ MORE to learn 5 best SI Joint belts at HPFY.

Foot Conditions

10 Signs You May Have Morton’s Neuroma

Foot pain can ruin your quality of life and Morton’s neuroma is no difference. What exactly is it? How can I avoid it or treat it? We can give you some information. READ MORE

Pain Relief

How to Sleep with Piriformis Syndrome

The discomfort of Piriformis Syndrome can perturb your sleep and overall quality of life. If you are also familiar with this problem and wondering how to sleep with Piriformis Syndrome, you have landed on the right page. READ MORE.

Speech Therapy

Understanding Elderly Voice Disorders

As we age our voices change but voice disorders can be troubling. What exactly are elderly voice disorders? What are the signs? We have some information you need. READ MORE

Gifts for Friends

Five Unique and Thoughtful Gifts Under $30

Year after year, it can be especially hard to come up with ideas for just the right present for everyone on that list. Let's look at some special holiday gifts that will let your loved ones know that you put thought into selecting their perfect gift. Here are some great and affordable gift ideas for everyone on your list. READ MORE.

Elderly

Tips to Avoid Everyday Choking Hazards

Choking can be a real health hazard. Even everyday items can be hazards. What should I be aware of? How do I avoid hazards? We have some information you need. READ MORE

Cancer

7 Warning Signs of Cancer

With advances in cancer research, detection, and treatment options continue to grow. However, it is important to know some early warning signs that can signify cancer. Early detection and cancer care can make a significant difference in prognosis. Let’s take a closer look at the seven early warning signs of cancer. READ MORE.

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