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Gait Trainers are designed for individuals that do not have the functional gait (walking) skills or postural control to safely and independently use a standard walker.  Gait Trainers are available in posterior (rear) or anterior (front) models.  The benefits of Gait Trainers include:-Supports an upright body posture and natural gait pattern-Encourages early cognitive and learning development-Cardiopulmonary strengthening and conditioning-Reduction of flexion contractures-Increases spat …

When it comes time for a caregiver to purchase a shower chair for someone in their care, the multitude of choices can be intimidating. Who thought that a shower chair purchase could be so confusing. Over the next few blogs, we will take time to break down the various shower chair types and the reasons for choosing one shower chair over another. Stationary Shower Chair: As the name implies, this describes the basic non-moving, set in place shower chair or shower bench. These types o …

Rolling shower chairs come in a variety of types.  One of the most important rolling shower chair decisions is the size and type of casters that come with that particular shower chair.  There are several important questions that need to be answered if the right shower chair casters are  going to be part of your purchase.  The following are some important key factors that should go in to any purchasing decision.  1. Caster Size: The size of the caster on the rollin …

Orig Post homehelpershomecare.com | Re-Post Careprodx 5/11/2016Traveling with older adults can be a rich and fulfilling experience for the entire family. Yes, it involves added responsibilities and a few compromises, but the time you spend discovering new things and sharing experiences with your elders is something you — and your children — will cherish for a lifetime.It does, however, require a certain amount of preparation and planning. This time last year, I shared some thoughts on trave …

Source: healthinaging.org | Re-Post CareProdx 8/18/2016The changes that occur with aging can lead to problems with a person’s ability to move around, or mobility. Mobility problems may be unsteadiness while walking, difficulty getting in and out of a chair, or falls. Muscle weakness, joint problems, pain, disease, and neurological (brain and nervous system) difficulties-common conditions in older people-can all contribute to mobility problems. Sometimes several mild problems occur at one t …