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Lift chairs are not only available in various styles and colors; they are also available in several sizes. A perfectly sized lift chair is important for daily comfort and convenience just like a comfortable pair of shoes will fit well and provide adequate support for your leg. In this article, we will be analyzing some… Continue reading SIZING GUIDELINES FOR LIFT CHAIRS

If you want to use a lift chair as a bed, this article is for you. In this article, we will be discussing how to choose the best lift chair sleeper to sleep in. We will talk about the comfort offered by lift chair recliners when they serve as a bed. Selecting a sleeper lift… Continue reading A LIFT CHAIR AS A BED, HOW GOOD IS IT?

Medicare usually covers the cost of the motorized portion of the lift chair. A person qualified for this should expect Medicare to cover up to 80% of the approved amount for the motor. The user will have to pay for any deductible amounts or co-pay or the upholstery or furniture portion of the chair. Follow… Continue reading STEP BY STEP CONSUMER GUIDE TO MEDICARE COVERAGE FOR LIFT CHAIRS

A Hoyer lift is a medical device used to provide assistance to caregivers for lifting patients from one point to another such as bed to toilet, wheelchair, chair, or stretcher.   There are different shapes and sizes of Hoyer lifts and categorization is done based on their level of automation–hydraulic, manual, battery-powered, electric.   What features should… Continue reading CHOOSING THE BEST HOYER LIFT

A Hoyer lift is an important piece of equipment for people who find it hard to get in and out of bed, a wheelchair, or a chair. These people need support and assistance to move from point to point or place to place. Healthcare workers are actually susceptible to nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses. In… Continue reading TOP HOYER LIFTS

Residents of nursing homes have limited mobility. They are usually dependent on the support and care they receive from nursing home staff. A Hoyer lift is a popular type of assistive aids found in nursing homes. This is a mechanical device used for moving and lifting residents of nursing homes. If not used correctly, it… Continue reading HOYER LIFT INJURIES

There are so many benefits of using an electric Hoyer lift for both a patient and caregiver. Some of the benefits of an electric Hoyer lift to the patient include improved independence, more time out of bed, and it increases the comfort of living at home.   There will be no need to move a patient… Continue reading HOYER LIFT

Caring for a loved one with mobility issues is a big task. There are times when the person needs to be moved from chair to bed or bed to chair safely and comfortably. Obviously, this means that the caregiver will need extra support and this support can come from a Hoyer lift.  Another name for… Continue reading CAN ONE PERSON USE A HOYER LIFT?

It is quite possible that you have heard the term “Hoyer Lift”. It is also possible that you probably haven’t heard of the term “patient lift”. Oh! Well, you can’t be blamed because a “Hoyer lift” is a type of patient lift. It is actually a popular brand name.   Hoyer lift is on its way… Continue reading DIFFERENTIATING BETWEEN PORTABLE PATIENT LIFTS AND “HOYER LIFTS”

Medicare will only cover the cost of a hospital bed rental or purchase if it is tagged a medical necessity and prescribed by a physician or doctor. The bed must also be provided by a Medicare approved equipment supplier.  Hospital beds are classified as durable medical equipment (DME) by Medicare. Coverage is provided for durable… Continue reading DOES MEDICARE COVER HOSPITAL BEDS?