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How to Get Elderly From Lying Down to Walking With the Assistance of Mobility Devices – Part 2
Sit up in bed Out of bed and sit Stand Action and Assistive Devices Self-care and Assistive Devices Regain Independence In part 1 of how to get the elderly from lying down to walking with the assistance of a mobility device, we talked about the first 3 steps to get our elderly relatives out of bed and standing again! This ... Read More>
How to Get Elderly From Lying Down to Walking With the Assistance of Mobility Devices – Part 1
Sit up in bed Out of bed and sit Stand Action and Assistive Devices Self-care and Assistive Devices Regain Independence These are the 6 steps that we can take to help our elderly relatives regain independence and stay out of bed longer. Research shows that if our elderly relatives stay in bed for too long, they’re more likely to suffer ... Read More>
How to Prevent Elderly People From Falling and What to Do if They Fall
The no. 1 tool to prevent elderly users from falling is to use a shift belt. When an elderly person is falling down, the carers instinct is probably to hold onto their arm from the side. However, these methods are dangerous and actually put the carer at risk of falling down with the elderly person. Instead, try using a shift ... Read More>
How to Recommend the Best Wheelchair or Walker
Choosing the right walking aids or manual or electric wheelchair for your client should always start with discussing the client’s needs ... Read More>
The Benefits of Standing Wheelchair Mobility: Helps Physical and Mental Rehabilitation
Standing helps the user physically and mentally. We know and understand these benefits from a physical therapy point of view ... Read More>
How to Buy a Reclining and Tilting Wheelchair
The reclining wheelchair seat works like a car driving seat. As well as sitting upright in a reclining wheelchair, the user can lie flat at almost 180 degrees ... Read More>
FAQ When Buying a Wheelchair – Part 1
Here are the most frequently asked questions from families of wheelchair users or users themselves: Aren’t all wheelchairs the same? I can’t see a difference… There are so many brands and models! Which one is the most suitable for me? What?! There are also different sizes? If I buy the bigger one it will be more comfortable and cost-effective, right? ... Read More>
How to Prevent Elderly Users from Sliding and Leaning Forward on the Wheelchair
When it is time to move the elderly user from the wheelchair to the bed, an awful sound ensues. The sound of Velcro ripping apart that is holding the elderly user in the chair. We hear all the time families telling us they use the straps because their elderly relative will “fall forward”, is “easily agitated” or even “because it is ... Read More>
