A lift chair is configured to elevate people from a seated position. All that is required is the push of a button and the user will be lifted to a standing position or recline to a position of rest. Types of lift chair Categorization of lift chairs is done based on the degree of recline… Continue reading GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT LIFT CHAIRS

Getting out of a couch or recliner is usually uneasy for people living with mobility issues. Typically, they are soft and cushy items that provide comfort as you catch a glimpse of your favorite TV show, engage in a conversation, or read an interesting novel. However, there will be an issue getting up if you… Continue reading WHY SHOULD I OPT FOR A POWER LIFT CHAIR THAT ROCKS?

Medicare will likely foot the bill of a lift chair if it is deemed medically necessary or part of the prescription from a physician. However, you should know that Medicare does not cover the entire chair; it only covers the lifting mechanism. A lift chair makes it easier for a patient to manoeuvre all over… Continue reading WILL MEDICARE FOOT THE BILL OF A LIFT CHAIR?

Perhaps you have reached the conclusion that a lift chair is what is needed to make the life of a loved one (or even yours better). Lift chairs are usually operated electrically through a hand control so that alternations between recline and standing position can take place. Although you may have an idea what a… Continue reading HOW TO SELECT A LIFT CHAIR

Having a lift chair is highly important for people that require support and assistance to get into their chair on a daily basis as a result of life changes like aging, surgery linked to mobility, and arthritis. Sadly, lift chairs don’t come that cheap. They cost so much (between hundreds and thousands of dollars). As… Continue reading WILL MEDICARE COVER THE COST OF A LIFT CHAIR?

Accessibility is a major factor and contributor to how well we live as humans. It doesn’t matter whether you are suffering from mobility issues, have a relative with a disability, or you are an elderly person, we are all affected. We all want to move around freely in our homes and this often determines how… Continue reading HOW TO IMPROVE BATHROOM ACCESSIBILITY

The use of smart home technology is becoming prevalent. It makes it easier to carry out some routine tasks. It also improves the quality of life of people struggling with mobility issues. Apart from that, caregivers and medical professionals can carry out their jobs with greater efficiency. It is very difficult to separate technology from… Continue reading A LOOK INTO THE FUTURE OF SMART HOME ASSISTANTS AND HOME HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS

Choosing the right hospital bed is not a straightforward decision. It is very important for the comfort and convenience of an ailing person. It does not matter whether you are recovering from a surgery or an injury or a medical procedure, the importance of choosing the correct hospital bed cannot be overemphasized. A good hospital… Continue reading A STEP BY STEP GUIDE FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT HOSPITAL BED

A hospital bed has a key role to play in the recovery and comfort of an ailing person. Sadly, their importance and relevance is often downplayed. A hospital bed improves the quality of your sleep and makes you more comfortable. There are different types, shapes, and sizes of this bed. Some hospital beds even make… Continue reading HISTORY AND EVOLUTION OF HOSPITAL BEDS

There are so many challenges in caring for a relative battling with mobility issues. The challenges are numerous but the most pronounced is helping them move around the house. These patients depend on their caregivers for strength and passion. This somehow increases the challenges of the caregiver and they need to be helped too. One… Continue reading BENEFITS OF HAVING A PATIENT LIFT IN YOUR HOME