04.30.08
Diabetic Shoes
Diabetic Shoes
Wearing diabetic shoes is like having a professional masseur armed with deep knowledge on reflexology practices working on your body for the entire time that the pair is worn. All the diabetic patient has to do is to walk around wearing the said pair of shoes, and the spikes rubbing against the soles of the feet will work their magic.
04.29.08
Lancet
Lancing Devices
Lancing devices are critical tools for obtaining blood samples for glucose measurement. While good diabetes management requires frequent blood testing, the pain and inconvenience involved in lancing can prevent a person with diabetes from undertaking the appropriate number of daily blood glucose tests.
04.28.08
Diabetics Supplies
Diabetics
All of these needs to be calculated and weighed in first, so there is no set calorie value that all diabetics can use. Before you start the Diabetic Diet make sure you have discussed it with your family doctor, because they may want to alter the diet especially for your needs. A great way to find out what is working for other diabetics is to join a discussion group either on the Internet or in your local community. Neuropathy is an abnormality of the nervous system. There are many different types of neuropathy, but the most common neuropathy effecting diabetics is peripheral neuropathy. Known clinically as diabetic nephropathy, this problem can be diagnosed by a detection of protein in your urine. Diabetics are encouraged to go in to a clinic yearly to test for this problem.
04.27.08
Beds safety
Beds
Single-transfer process for hygiene care that maximizes resident comfort during the shower bath. The foam mattress offers comfort and safety for the bather. This durable, easy-to-repair, closed-cell foam mattress and X-frame construction offer a comfortable and secure environment for recumbent showering. The tilt feature allows for angle adjustment for easy drainage.
The Dolphin Shower Trolley includes drop-down safety rails, retractable end rails, locking/directional casters, and easy-to-use height adjustment controls. Simple elevation adjustments allow for safe transfer from bed and wheelchair at comfortable working heights. The trolley can be drained into a sink, toilet, tub, or floor drain. An existing shower hose can be used or Noram Solutions can provide a shower panel.
04.26.08
Bath Safety
Bath Safety
Taking a bath isn’t something most people give much thought. For many older adults, though, the tub can be a dangerous place. Falling while you’re getting in and out of the tub can lead to fractured bones and significant disability.
In a recent study of 89 seniors (age 80 and older), one-third had trouble getting into and out of the tub or shower.
04.25.08
Sponges, Non-woven
Sponges, Non-woven A side-by-side evaluation of a first set of “control” sponges with a second set of sponges prepared and treated in accordance with the present invention was performed. To read more please click here. Curity O.B. Sponge, Gauze Packing Strip Sterile, Soft Sponge Sterile, Versalon Nonwoven All-purpose Sponge
Canes
involvement of the hip joint is the example most commonly used to demonstrate the effectiveness of a small force through a long lever arm, this type of reduction in axial load is also helpful when the knee joint or the spine is involved. A cane in the contralateral hand can unload the medial knee compartment, and a forwardly placed aid can be expected to unload the anterior component of a thoracic vertebra that has undergone a recent wedge compression fracture, such as that caused by osteoporosis.
04.24.08
Tape Closures
SIR,-The two papers on sutureless skin closure and subsequent correspondence lead me to offer a technique of sutureless skin closure which has been in use for a good many years. I do not know the inventor of the method. To read more please click here. 2nd Skin Cut Closure, Sterile-Strip Adhesive Skin Closure, Sterile-Strip Blend Tone 1/8
Ambulation Device
Ambulation Device
Ambulation Device keeps residents safe while increasing muscle strength as they perform self-rehabilitation. Merry Walker is bottom-weighted to prevent unwanted tipping and is small in size to encourage autonomy of the resident.
04.23.08
Tapes / Adherent Wraps
Tapes / Adherent Wraps A latex-free version of Coban Self-Adherent Wrap is available. The wrap adheres without adhesive or clips, can be adjusted easily, and won’t slip or stick to the patient’s skin. It can be used to protect primary dressings, control edema, wrap splints and arm boards, and secure intravenous and other devices, according to 3M Health Care. To read more please click here.
3M Coban Self-Adherent Wrap, Adhesive Silk Tape, Clear Plastic Surgical Waterproof Tape, Medipore Cloth Tape, Transpore Tape 1 x 1.5 YD
