Category: Medical Supplies
Shower & Bath Safety For Seniors
The National Institute on Aging states that the most dangerous place for senior citizens and where they feel most vulnerable is the bathroom. Does that surprise you? 80% of falls reported by the elderly occur in the bathroom and the Center For Disease Control And Prevention reports that one in three seniors will experience at least one fall in their…
Understanding & Living With Urinary Incontinence: Men’s Edition
With 25% of all people suffering from urinary incontinence (UI) being males, UI needs to be discussed, and taken seriously. Affordable Medical Supply presents how men can understand and live with urinary incontinence to lead a more comfortable and sustainable life. Understanding Male Incontinence The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases says a healthy male bladder can…
How To Choose & Use Compression Stockings
Compression stockings are a specialized type of hosiery used for comfort, improvement in sports, and to curb several serious medical conditions. They are close-fitting, stretchy socks that gently apply an even amount of pressure around your leg. This pressure compresses the surface arteries, veins and muscles, forcing blood to circulate through the deeper narrow channels in the leg. By increasing…
How To Change Adult Diapers
In order for the skin to remain healthy, free from rashes and infection, it needs to be kept clean and dry. For a healthy and ambulant adult, this is not difficult, but if an adult is bedridden, incontinent, and wears a diaper, special skincare and assistance are needed. Whether you are employed as a caregiver or find yourself looking after…
Wound Care Versus Incontinence – The True Savings Lies In Better Products
Incontinence is something that becomes quite common among seniors as well as the high risk of wounds associated with inadequate incontinence care measures. It is important to identify what the main causes are of most wounds associated with the different types of incontinence products, and what the long-term costs are, in both treating, and preventing these wounds. What Causes Wounds…
