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Buyer's Guide: Selecting the Right Wheelchair

Posted by Guest Writer · April 03, 2020

Wheelchairs can allow for independent mobility and provide necessary relief for those who may have an injury, illness, or disability. They offer full-body support and long-term comfort that many people can benefit from by using.

Even better, there are a wide variety of wheelchair types and customizations that make it possible to find the best wheelchair for you. But the sheer amount of options can make it hard to determine what exactly is best for you. This guide can help you narrow down your options and make the right choice.

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Caregiver Statistics: An Inside Look at the Life of a Caregiver

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 25, 2020

Whether you’re a new or veteran caregiver, you understand the lifestyle that comes with holding such responsibilities. At times, it can be a very lonely and overwhelming position to be in. When someone relies heavily on you to maintain and improve their quality of life, it can feel as if there’s a constant weight being applied to you daily. We’ve compiled these caregiver statistics to help you know what comes with being a caregiver and the positive & negative sides of being a caregiver so you can feel less lonely and take preemptive steps to make life easier.

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The 2023 Ultimate Guide to Caregiving

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 13, 2020

Caregiving can be hard, especially if you're new to caring for someone. Our ultimate guide covers everything you need to know about caregiving including how you become a caregiver, getting paid as a caregiver, staying organized, in-home care, end-of-life care, and more.

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5 Common Caregiving Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 19, 2020

Caregiving by nature requires a lot. Because of the complexity of caregiving, we asked fellow professional, personal, and in-home caregivers mistakes they've made and how to avoid them so you can prepare yourself and learn from the mistakes of others rather than the alternative.

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The Continuum of Mobility: A Guide to Decreased Mobility

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 05, 2020

The “Continuum of Mobility” is a handy guide to help determine your stage of mobility or that of a loved one. While everyone is somewhere on the Continuum, those further forward require increasing assistance to maintain the same level of independence.

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Three Reasons to Use Moist Heat Therapy for Fibromyalgia Pain Management

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · August 02, 2019

With fibromyalgia, patients experience pain and stiffness in the muscles, but there are no measurable findings on X-rays or lab tests. Typically muscle pain is accompanied by fatigue, sleep problems, and anxiety or depression. Many people with fibromyalgia find that their symptoms and quality of life substantially improve as they identify the most effective pain relievers and make lifestyle changes. This often includes using treating fibromyalgia with pain relief medicine that can have significant long term side effects and risks involved. Applying Moist Heat is a great way to help manage Fibromyalgia muscle pain.

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