Power or electric wheelchairs run on lithium ion batteries, which usually take about 6 – 8 hours to charge fully. This charge time can be slightly longer if you are charging them for the very first time. While some models of powered wheelchair or mobility scooter have only one large battery with the provision of … Read more
Wheelchair ramps are inclined surfaces that connect different levels, making these levels accessible to wheelchair users. In the last decade, growing awareness about increasing access for the disabled and wheelchair users has gone a long way in ensuring that public spaces and buildings are made wheelchair-friendly. In this article, we answer the question, how wide … Read more
Back pain is one of the most common complaints when people pay a visit to their doctor. Lower back pain can be caused by a multitude of problems, but usually, it is triggered by overusing the muscles of the back. However, lower back pain can also be caused by sciatica, carrying extra weight due to … Read more
If you are in the market for a new rollator walker, it is important to consider that it should be able to handle rough surfaces competently, as it should swivel smoothly not just in the house, but also outside! If you have read our review of the best upright walkers for seniors, now we review … Read more
When you start using a wheelchair, especially in your later life, there is a lot that changes for you. While your outdoor accessibility has improved over the last few years due to better awareness and strict Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines, your accessibility within your own home may get curtailed. Be it a carpeted … Read more
Do you know that one friend whose home always looks cluttered? Who can never find what they are looking for because there is just so much “stuff” to search in? Who never throws away even the oldest and decrepit furniture even though it may be on its last leg? If you answered yes to these … Read more
In this article, we evaluate some of the top cervical neck traction devices available on the market and select the best ones for you to consider buying. If you are in a hurry, the table below gives a quick snapshot or you can scroll down for detailed reviews. Have you ever had consistent pain in … Read more
The backbone, which runs through a large part of our body consists of several bones (known as vertebrae) separated from each other by intervertebral discs. These intervertebral discs hold the backbone together, allow it to move freely and absorb spinal shock. What Is Cervical Spine? This vertebral column (or spine) is further divided into different … Read more
In this article, we have reviewed the best e-readers for seniors. If you are in a hurry, the table below gives a quick snapshot. Or you can scroll down for detailed product reviews. If you have been an avid reader all your life, you may have gotten used to reading paperbacks for a long time … Read more
The progressively sedentary lifestyle of people in the past few decades has impacted our health, leading to higher incidences of joint and bone diseases in the elderly. An overwhelming 65 to 85 percent of the elderly suffer from some kind of musculoskeletal pain and 40 to 70 percent suffer from back pain1. The onset of … Read more