You may use a wheelchair everyday but have you ever wondered about the history of wheelchairs? When were they invented and how have wheelchairs evolved? The original inventor of the wheelchair remains largely unknown. The first known case of what was once known as an “invalid’s wheelchair” was used by Phillip II of Spain in … Read more
For people with limited mobility, such as those confined to a wheelchair, safely entering and exiting bathroom spaces can be difficult and pose unique challenges. Adaptive bathroom equipment can make a bathroom safe for the elderly and help seniors use traditional bathroom facilities. This allows the elderly to live longer in their homes and helps … Read more
Rheumatoid arthritis (also referred to by its acronym, RA) is, as anyone who has it will tell you, a painfully debilitating condition that takes a serious toll on the joints according to Mayo Clinic. Not only does it impact the joints, but it can cause damage to other organs and tissues found throughout the body, including … Read more
Manage Your Physical and Emotional Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms at Home Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects as many as 1.3 million people in the United States, according to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network, and women are up to 3 times more likely to develop this autoimmune disease. People can develop this type of arthritis for any number of … Read more
It’s named for a spider, it causes constant pain and there’s no cure for it. If you suffer from it, you know all too well what arachnoiditis is, and you may be wondering what’s happening to your back, legs, and head. Read on for a summary of what we know about the causes and treatments of … Read more
What is plantar fasciitis exactly? In laymen’s terms, plantar fasciitis translates to excruciating heel pain. To be more specific with a little PubMed Health medical terminology, it is inflammation of plantar fascia, thus the term fasciitis (the foot’s bottom, the thick tissue that extends to the toes). When the fascia becomes inflamed, in comes the heal pain. The … Read more
Your immune system plays a critical role in keeping your body healthy. It is your first line of defense against infections and diseases. The immune system is made up of different organs, tissues and white blood cells that all work tirelessly together against foreign invaders that are designed to get you sick. A healthy immune … Read more
Contrary to popular belief, an overactive bladder is not a part of the aging process. In fact, it can happen in younger adults, and it is both pernicious and persistent when left untreated. Having an overactive bladder is more than just annoying; it is downright embarrassing. While you might feel tempted to stay home more … Read more
The Arthritis Foundation defines rheumatoid arthritis (RA) as a joint disease caused by the immune system attacking the joints. It is therefore considered an autoimmune disorder like lupus or multiple sclerosis. In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system attacks the synovium, a tissue that lines the inside of the joints and produces a lubricating fluid that helps the … Read more
Everyone knows that hemorrhoids are a real pain in the butt. The question is what you can do about them. Since they are so painful, you probably would like to know how to get rid of them really quickly. We will talk about how you can quickly rid yourself of them and also give some … Read more