Sometimes, due to an accident, medical condition, or just normal aging it become difficult for some individuals to get around. Simple things like getting in and out of a seated position suddenly become a painful, often near impossible task. This can be due to any number of conditions such as neuropathy, muscular atrophy, or arthritis. [...]
As we get older, so do our parents, and at some point we may find ourselves wondering what are the best options for caring for them. Most of us still have jobs to do and bills to pay, not to mention raising children. It all can be very overwhelming as your aging parents need more [...]
As we age our bodies go through many changes. Our hair begins to gray, wrinkles begin to appear, and many times we become weaker. With these changes, sometimes that means we no longer have control over our balance, causing us to lose control and fall. Many times a fall can cause a serious injury sending [...]
Texas is hot. No question about it. Unfortunately, not everyone can just jump in and enjoy the lazy days of summer floating in the cool waters of the backyard pool. Just as with any other area of the home that you need to make accessible, a swimming pool, a portable spa with hydro massage, or [...]
At our offices, we sometimes have a serious discussion on what constitutes the better option for a specific customer request. While we deal with all sorts of ramps, permanent, temporary, portable, or folding, our customers get confused why someone they envision to have the same situation as theirs is being recommended a different solution. Wheelchair [...]
If you are experiencing difficulty going up and down stairs due to limited mobility or other health issues, a stairlift is a surefire way to help you easily move from floor to floor. There are several different types of stairlifts, and many models come with various features. But which of these features are important? What [...]
You Don't Need a Parachute to Jump Out of an Airplane... …but you do need a parachute to jump out of an airplane twice. Or, at least, that’s the conventional wisdom. But is there any scientific proof that parachutes are useful for preventing death and injury when jumping out of airplanes? Researchers at Cambridge University [...]
It’s no secret that certain difficulties come with age. One of those difficulties is mobility. If you or an older loved one are having difficulty getting around, you can find relief in the fact that there are great mobility solutions for seniors out there. Everyone’s situation is different. Some may simply need a little extra assistance [...]
Sometimes as we age, our bodies don’t always cooperate with our mind. We may want to go on a brisk jog in our mind, but our arthritis in our knees won’t let us. It can be a very frustrating reality not to be able to live life with the vigor we once had. Even more [...]
