Tag: home health care

Toronto accessible travel guide to disabled friendly holidays

Laissez un Commentaire

Toronto is a classy world-class city with a cosmopolitan mixture of great shopping, excellent dining, and rich culture. At the same time, Toronto atmosphere is that of a small, safe and friendly town, with happy residents who enjoy being part of a dynamic community where something new is always happening. Toronto is also an excellent destination for visiting for travelers with a disability. You will find many businesses and attractions that make their facilities accessible t everyone, including those who use a wheelchair.   Disabled Friendly Activities in Toronto CN TOWER Address: 01 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, […]

Read more

Fall Prevention & Home Safety Checklist

Un Commentaire

You may download this checklist here or simply print off and make safety changes as needed. – Clear walk path – Install rails & grab bars in the bathroom. – Improve your vision through eye routine eye exams & adequate lighting prevent slips. – Use secured throw rugs in traffic water area – Check equipment & furniture for condition & stability – Use adaptive equipment for safer mobility around the house. – Use of mobility aids such as a walker, cane or wheelchair to prevent fall and improve balance – Schedule a physical therapy evaluation & home safety assessment – […]

Read more

MOBB Adjustable Shower Wand

Un Commentaire

Showering can be a hard task for those with physical limitations. A MOBB Adjustable Shower Wand will make showering easier and safer. Flexibility The MOBB Adjustable Shower Wand is easy to control and can be used in a seated position. The Adjustable Shower Wand is able to reach all those hard-to-reach areas easily and without the fear of falling or slipping.   Versatility A MOBB Adjustable Shower Wand can be extended two times for customized length. The long hose allows for use with either a bath chair or commode chair. The diverter valve allows for easy switching between the shower head […]

Read more

The Legless Toilet Safety Frame – Make Toileting More Convenient and Safe

Un Commentaire

A toilet safety frame can help you maintain your balance as you lower yourself to when raising yourself from the toilet seat. There are several types of toilet safety frames. The most common ones usually come with four legs and anti-slip padding to keep the frame in place as you lean on it. The most preferred ones are legless, such as the award-winning MOBB Ultimate Toilet Safety Frame. Its universal fit, strong and stable, supported by steel hardware and the toilet bowl, arm angle which can be swung in or out to give user two width adjustability options, integrated toilet […]

Read more

Using Crutches

Laissez un Commentaire

  If you break a bone in your leg or foot, have a procedure on your knee or lower leg, or suffer a stroke, your doctor may recommend that you use a walking aid while you are healing or recovering. Using crutches can take the pressure off and provide temporary pain relief while the joints recover from injury. When you are first learning to use your crutches, you may wish to have a friend or family member nearby to help steady you and give you support. In the beginning, everything you do may seem more difficult. With just a few […]

Read more

It’s Time To Take Bath Time Seriously

Laissez un Commentaire

Don’t you just love taking a long, luxurious warm bath or shower? For most of us, this is a treat that we thoroughly enjoy. Of course, bathing or showering is important for good hygiene as well. But possibly as we get older, the bathtub can sometimes be a place we don’t really look forward to visiting because the thought of slipping and falling is a scary one. It’s always a good idea to exercise caution when getting in and out of the bathtub, but we’ve also put together this list of things you can do to keep you and your […]

Read more

Here Are The Benefits Of Using a Raised Toilet Seat After Having Hip Replacement Surgery

Laissez un Commentaire

People tend to undergo Hip Replacement Surgery for two reasons: To reduce pain and improve mobility. After all, who wants to live with constant pain? Hip replacement surgery is a significant procedure. After your doctor clears you to leave the hospital, it is essential for the body to rest and recover. The great news is that an affordable piece of equipment can maximize comfort, improve safety, and enhance surgical recovery. We are talking about the one…the only…raised toilet seat. This delightful gadget elevates the height of the sitting surface, and creates a better bathroom experience. An additional model, called a toilet frame, comes with […]

Read more