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Kevin Cleary

Kevin Cleary has been a Health Products For You contributor for many years and has a degree in marketing. His health and wellness journey has a very personal meaning and has guided him in his content writing for HPFY.

In 2006, he sustained an injury while jumping on a trampoline with his son, severely injuring his neck and has been living as a quadriplegic since. His injury forced him to learn facets of the medical product field that he would otherwise not have known.

After several years of therapy, he has used many medical devices such as wheelchairs, standing frames, neuromuscular stimulators, as well as other rehab/therapy items that have helped him live life to the fullest. This hands-on insight has helped him with research and content creation. Kevin enjoys sampling cuisines from different countries, listening to music, watching sports and enjoying a glass of single malt scotch!

In a candid conversation with Linda Guerrera, HPFY's Digital Content Manager, Kevin opens up about his life-altering experience and its profound impact on him. Join us as we delve into his remarkable journey, where resilience, determination, and the power of the human spirit shine through. Click here to watch Kevin's Series, Paralyzed But Not Defeated.

Medical Stools

Ergonomic Medical Stools for Hospital Facility

Kevin Cleary Dec 29, 2017

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.

Making A Difference

Brave the Cold: How to Get Through the Winter

Kevin Cleary Jan 08, 2018

The cold, dark months of winter create their own set of problems for those who may rely on respiratory and mobility aids such as wheelchairs & CPAP machines. HPFY offers solutions to these unique winter problems.

Arthritis

Finding Help for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Kevin Cleary Jan 27, 2018

Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful, debilitating disease that attacks the joints of your body and can make the simplest tasks difficult and painful. Rheumatoid arthritis is classified as an autoimmune disease since it occurs when your immune system attacks your own body’s tissue instead of foreign pathogens creating joint pain.

Electrotherapy

Medical Conditions and Their Treatments with Electrotherapy

Kevin Cleary Mar 13, 2018

The use of electrical impulses during physiotherapy treatment can have a multitude of applications. While it sounds scary, electrotherapy has a multitude of uses.

Taping Techniques

Taping and Strapping for Sports Injuries

Kevin Cleary Mar 14, 2018

Getting back into whatever sport you enjoy after injury requires a combination of rest and therapy to overcome your ailment. Trainers and athletes understand that fully recovering from any sports injury minimizes the risk of re-injury upon return to action.

Hot And Cold Therapy

Early Injury Treatment-Patient Care Questions Answered

Kevin Cleary Mar 14, 2018

Minor injuries can escalate into major problems if the initial, early injury treatment is botched or done incorrectly. There is nothing simple about first aid and the ability to heal properly can be hampered if the proper techniques are not followed or ignored.

Oxygen Therapy

Pneumonia Oxygen Therapy Options: All You Need to Know

Kevin Cleary Apr 02, 2018

Breathing is perhaps the most essential physiological process. Any issue with your lungs affects the quality of your life and impacts your overall well-being. One such grave issue that can trouble your lungs is pneumonia.

Allergy Relief

Danger: This Flu Season Is for Real!!

Kevin Cleary Apr 23, 2018

If anyone has seen the news, this year’s flu season is one of the worst on record. Every state in the United States, except Hawaii, is reporting larger numbers of flu cases this year.

Bathroom and Shower Wheelchairs

Properly Use the Invacare Mariner Rehab Shower Chair

Kevin Cleary Apr 27, 2018

Use the Invacare Mariner Rehab Shower Chair properly to safely and securely shower daily and maintain proper hygiene for those with limited mobility.

Medical Tables

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

Kevin Cleary May 01, 2018

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.

Constipation

Laxatives: Constipation Relief

Kevin Cleary May 09, 2018

We have all at one time or another in our lives felt the effects of constipation. Whether it is our self, children, loved one, or patient somehow I’m sure you have experienced not only the symptoms but the unpleasant effects that accompany constipation. Let’s face it, there is a reason we use the term “regular” when it comes to moving our bowels!!

Caregivers

Support for Caregivers: Preventing Caregiver Burnout and Stress

Kevin Cleary May 18, 2018

Caring for another person is not only a stressful job, but can lead to unwanted physical and mental symptoms for the caregiver themselves. What is caregiver burnout? Caregiver burnout (a.k.a. caregiver stress or syndrome) is a term used by many healthcare professionals to describe a stressful job that can lead to physical and mental fatigue but is not listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.