Both crutches and the rolling knee walker have identical uses. They both provide stability and balance. Their wide base support during walking also reduces the risk of falls. These mobility aids likewise absorb the body weight. A person’s body weight canoverburden the affected lower limb when walking. The resemblance between crutches and the rolling knee […]
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Individuals who are recuperating from below-the-knee injury are prescribed with knee walkers. Injuries below the knee can be due to diabetic wound, torn Achilles’ tendon, ulcer, strain, sprain, fracture or amputation of the lower leg or foot. Health care professionals prescribe the weil knee walker because of the following reasons: 1. Risk of Falling is […]
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The winnie walker rollator is the ideal travel rollator for those who are always on the go. This assistive technology is regarded as a great travel companion for the following reasons: 1. Light When we are on the move, regardless of whether it is a short or long trip, one of the main concerns of […]
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The two most popular mobility scooters in the market today are the 3 wheel mobility scooter and the 4 wheel version. Folks choose the 3 wheel mobility scooter over the 4 wheel type because of the following reasons: 1.Ease of Operation The tires of the 3 wheel mobility scooter are important features. These tires enable […]
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Handicap scooters are used by those who have impaired mobility – a condition that may be caused by injury or illness. Many differently-abled or handicapped individuals use the handicap scooters to go outdoors. Significantly, handicap scooters are used to reduce lower limb weakness, fatigue and to conserve energy. Other than providing physical support to the […]
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Drive Medical – one of the leading distributors of durable medical equipment – offers a number of rollators. The medical equipment company has three types of rollators: the 3-wheel type, the 4-wheel type and the bariatric type. 3-Wheel Drive Medical Rollators The 3-wheel drive medical rollators have narrow width and these devices can be easily […]
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Mobility disabilities brought about by advanced age and sickness may be compensated by today’s smartphones and social media. With the smartphone, you can simply text or call someone by phone to come over to assist you. If your loved ones do not live close to your home, you can simply chat with them via social […]
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Electric mobility scooters are categorized based on their purpose, speed, battery capability and maneuverability. Out of the many categorizations of electric mobility scooters, these two types of electric mobility scooters emerge as the most prominent: 3-wheeled type and the 4-wheeled type. Here are the differences between the two: Maneuverability Compared to the 4-wheel model, the […]
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disabling illness that attacks the central nervous system – covering the brain, optic nerves and spinal cord. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, eighty percent of people with MS encounter have difficulties with walking within 10 to 15 years of the onset of the disease. Symptoms of the MS […]
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Following an illness, surgery or injury, a patient may be prevented from putting his or her full weight in the affected leg. Certain medical ailments may also make one or both legs weak and may disturb balance. The main aim of physical therapy for people with balance difficulty, weight bearing restrictions and lower limb weakness […]
Continue reading » Many of us know only one type of walker: the standard 4-legged metal walker. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. There are many types of walkers. The walkers that are developed by Drive Medical – a leading distributor of durable medical equipment – can be categorized into three: standard type, 2-wheeled type […]
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Pediatric walkers and gait trainers are often used interchangeably. These two are not the same. Pediatric walkers are appropriate when a young person can already bear weight and take steps. In contrast, the gait trainers are utilized when a young person still has to acquire the skill of walking, the walking ability has to be […]
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Gift-giving is an age-old tradition. This unselfish act though is a tricky gesture as the receiver may not like your gift. Regardless of the gift recipient’s reaction, it is the thought that counts. Still though, when it comes to this unselfish act, one need to consider the practicality of the gift. Does it answer the […]
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Stroke patients are vulnerable to living a sedentary lifestyle. A study by Michael et al. showed that stroke patientswalk less often and their cardiovascular fitness is extremely low. The researchers also found out that the mobility decline, most significantly the balance, is associated with walking less. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
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There are two types of phoenix scooters by Drive Medical that are available in the market today: the 4 wheel phoenix scooters and the 3 wheel phoenix scooters. Both of these two models of phoenix scooters provide independent mobility indoor and outdoor to users. Cruising around town is now convenient and comfortable with these two […]
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Studies have shown that rollator walker is a relevant societal intervention. This assistive technology is valuable to people who are restricted from bearing weight, particularly after a surgery in the hip, ankle or knee. The rollator walker is also beneficial to people who find it difficult to balance themselves as well as to those who […]
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The knee walker, also known as orthopedic or knee scooter,is the perfect mobility aid to support those with weak or injured lower limb. This assistive technology has a basic frame, handlebar, cushion, two front wheels and two rear wheels.The knee walker can easily be steered through the use of the handlebar. The cushion is where […]
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a group of ailments that causes airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. Multiple Sclerosis (MS), meanwhile, is a disabling and chronic ailment that attacks the central nervous system. Constant fatigue is the symptom common to both COPD and MS patients. This constant fatigue results to walking and moving difficulty. In […]
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Drive Medical – the leading global distributor of durable medical equipment – offers three different styles of medical rollators: the 3-wheel, the 4-wheel and the bariatric style. Rollators are walking frames with wheels. The three styles of medical rollators come with big wheels. Because of these large wheels, medical rollators roll easily on smooth and […]
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One of the undesirable effects of ageing is the gradual decline in our ability to walk. Walking, however, is essential for our healthy existence. For older adults, especially 75 years old or older, walking is the most appropriate form of exercise. The good thing is that walking is also the favored form of exercise among […]
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Society is ever-evolving. The once popular wheelchair has now lost its public appeal. Nowadays, an individual who would normally be placed in a wheelchair could now be placed in a merry walker ambulation device. There are three forms of merry walker ambulation devices: the institutional, the home care and the bariatric model. Merry Walker Institutional […]
Continue reading » Mobility scooters are gradually becoming a part of the street scape in the United States. People of varied ages and disabilities use the mobility scooters. This wheeled mobility aid is particularly popular to those who had to surrender their license to drive a car. For those who have limited mobility, the elderly and the disabled, […]
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Recent studies have shown that patients prefer the rollators – the four-wheeled walkers – over the other conventional walkers. Rollators are more popular than standard rollators (those without wheels) as these mobility aids do not have to be picked up. Rollators like the nitro style rollators have modern wheel systems that easily pivot and roll. […]
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Compared to other assistive technologies, the 4 wheel mobility scooter costs more.However, the benefits that the 4 wheel mobility scooter gives to the user far outweigh its cost. Studies have shown that mobility devices, in general, improve the users’ activity. Salminen et al. in the study called “Mobility devices to promote activity and participation: A […]
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Adult walkers were once considered as complicated assistive equipment. Outmoded adult walkers include supports and protective harnesses that were too burdensome for a person to use.Obsolete adult walkers also damage not only the walls and floors, but also the users’ feet and ankle. Outdated adult walkers require too much energy from the users to move […]
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Physical and cognitive fitness are crucial for independent living. It is widely recognized that as people age, their physical fitness also decreases.Similarly, cognitive functions also decline as people age. Barnes et al. found that elderly people with decreased physical activity experienced greater cognitive deterioration over a period of 6 years compared with older adults with […]
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A bariatric walker is a walking frame that is used by obese or overweight individuals to provide balance and stability while walking. Walkers, in general, have been around since the early 1950s. The early design of the frame of walkers was approximately waist high. The modern walkers have different designs. There are those that are […]
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Mobility assistive devices are not new to mankind. Canes and crutches go back into prehistoric times. These primitive canes and crutches were first shaped after sticks. Drive walkers today are unrecognizable from the modest sticks. Individuals who experience gait problems as a result of bilateral lower extremity weakness, those suffering from incoordination and those needing […]
Continue reading » Numerous research findings have shown that mobility solutions, such as the drive medical rollators, can enable users to once again participate in mobility-related activities. Mobility assistive technologies include canes, walkers (non-wheeled and wheeled) and power driven vehicles such as scooters. Drive medical rollators are walkers with wheels and are available with supplementary features such as […]
Continue reading » It is common among Americans to provide free caregiving service to their loved ones. Over 34 million Americans provided free caregiving service to family members and friends in 2008, this according to AARP, a nonprofit organization that assists people who are 50 and older enhance their quality of life. In 2007, the nonprofit organization […]
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People who have difficulty in performing mobility-related activities find themselves more and more reclusive. Many individuals with mobility disabilities rarely and many more refuse to go out – to eat out. Even those equip with mobility aids, such as electric mobility scooters, are reluctant to dine out at their favorite restaurants. With your electric mobility […]
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Mobility aids, such as the bariatric walker and cane, are used by millions of Americans. Close to 1.4 million Americans used walkers – such as the bariatric walker; while 3.1 million used canes, this according to the 2000 data of the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research. The bariatric walker and cane are prescribed […]
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A bariatric rollator is a type of wheeled walker that is made of reinforced steel frame. The reinforced steel frame of the bariatric rollator means greater durability and greater support for older adults with mobility impairment. Here are the 5 reasons why you should choose a bariatric rollator over the other mobility devices: 1. […]
Continue reading » An aluminum rollator is a type of walker with wheels that is made of lightweight aluminum frame and comes with extra features such as a basket, tray and pouch. An aluminum rollator is an important mobility aid as this device gives you these benefits: -This mobility device provides stability when you walk; -This aluminum […]
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Adult walkers are height adjustable, have a foldable aluminum frame and come with or without wheels. Adult walkers without wheels need to be lifted in order to move forward; while adult walkers with wheels only need to be pushed to move forward. Balance is achieved when your body’s center of mass (COM) – also […]
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Older adults with mobility impairments find themselves more and more confined to the four walls of their home. This, as their mobility sphere is often controlled and restricted. With a proper mobility aid, such as the 3 wheel mobility scooter, the mobility sphere of people with mobility impairment can be expanded. With modern technology, […]
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A bariatric rollator is a type of wheeled walker that is made of reinforced steel frame. The reinforced steel frame of the bariatric rollator means greater durability and greater support for older adults with mobility impairment. Here are the 5 reasons why you should choose a bariatric rollator over the other mobility devices: 1. Reduction […]
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A Mobility scooters, such as the 4 wheel mobility scooter, are power-operated vehicles that are controlled by a mechanical forward and backward switch – also known as tiller. Older adults with mobility impairment can greatly benefit from the 4 wheel mobility scooter. Here are the 5 benefits of using the 4 wheel mobility scooter: 1. […]
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Nitro Euro Style Rollator Walker provides you the best combination of comfort and convenience combined with an unmatchable sense of security and stability. The Nitro Euro style rollator frame is made of light weight aluminium, this makes it very mobile and adaptable to any situation, but also durable enough to withstand 300 lbs. The Nitro Euro […]
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Online shopping is the new way to get what you want. Think about all the time you would be saving plus the cost of travelling and the fuss you have to cope with in a crowded mall. With just a few clicks here and there, you can have your dream mobility scooter all set to […]
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A knee walker, often referred to as a knee scooter or a platform walker, is a three or four-wheel walking aid that provides a unique alternative to standard walkers, canes, and crutches. Knee walkers allow users to propel themselves with one leg, while the other rests on a support platform. These devices are ideally suited […]
Continue reading » The Generation 2 Weil knee walker is a revolutionary concept in walking aids. The Generation 2 Weil knee walker provides a stable, secure and safe alternative to traditional crutches. The Generation 2 Weil knee walker has a three wheel design that offers extra support and stability, making it safer and more robust. It has a […]
Continue reading » A bariatric rollator is an extra tough, hardened rollator with an extra wide frame for the overweight and obese. A bariatric rollator offers a superb mobility solution with unmatched reliability, durability and stability. . Built extra tough with a wide frame, it can accommodate oversized and overweight persons with remarkable ease and safety.The Bariatric rollator […]
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The 3 wheel mobility scooter offers a complete mobility solution. If you have undergone a surgery procedure and are unable to move by yourself, the 3 wheel mobility scooter is what you should be looking for. Moreover, for the elderly who have become too frail to walk on their own, the three wheel mobility scooter […]
Continue reading » Are you looking for a mobility solution that would help your loved one get back to their routine? Do you wish to take them along you for a walk to the park or may be to a mall? Well, here is the perfect solution to overcome the mobility challenge. A power scooter is a mobility […]
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The phoenix 3 wheel mobility scooter offers the best combination of a light weight portable mobility aid and a truly heavy duty mobility scooter. The phoenix 3 wheel mobility scooter can carry weight upto 350lb. Built out of an especially hardened frame and tougher suspension, the phoenix 3 wheel mobility scooter is the perfect mobility […]
Continue reading »There are numerous medical conditions like arthritis that can limit the mobility of an individual. Apart from that, an accident or injury such as ACL tear, knee surgery, hip surgery, knee replacement or hip replacement, ankle or foot injury can limit a person’s mobility. Age is also a factor that can limit or completely disrupt […]
Continue reading » The pediatric walker helps your little bundle of joy get to its feet. Designed to provide the independence and confidence your child deserves, pediatric walkers are the perfect walking aid for children. Pediatric walkers are especially designed with children in mind. Pediatric walkers are more flexible and cater to a wide range of needs and […]
Continue reading » Handicap Scooters Power scooters, also known as Handicap scooters, provide a reliable and convenient mobility alternative for the handicapped to reclaim their mobility. Handicap scooters are quiet, durable, reliable, super easy to use and offer a smooth ride. Handicap scooters are an expression of style and personal taste. This gives handicapped people extra confidence and […]
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Bariatric walkers are a tougher and heavy duty version of the normal walkers. Bariatric walkers are especially designed to support heavy weights. A bariatric walkers offers more stability and reliability. Bariatric walkers are reinforced with an extra hardened and tough frame that can support weight up to 700lbs. Bariatric walkers have steel legs and side braces […]
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Bariatric Rollators- Say goodbye to crutches We are living in an age of technology where exciting new inventions have revolutionlized human life. We are living in a safer era. But there are few inventions that apparently are very simple, yet they have a huge impact on our lives. A Bariatric Rollators is one such simple invention […]
Continue reading » 4 Wheel Mobility Scooter Bigger is better- a one liner to sum up the 4 Wheel Mobility Scooter. While the 3 wheel version is compact and portable, the 4 Wheel Mobility Scooter is made to cater for totally different requirements. The 4 Wheel Mobility Scooter is the true work horse. It is designed for heavy duty mobility […]
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Your life hits a dead end when your mobility is challenged. There are several factors that can limit the mobility of an individual. People going through a recovery period after a surgery cannot walk on their own even for their basic needs. Similarly, seniors and the disabled can find it almost impossible to walk more […]
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A recent surgery or an injury is no more a reason to cancel your holiday plans. The modern age knee scooter or a rollator provides great mobility to a patient. Read on to find out how!
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