A broken ankle is one of the most common bone or joint injuries people experience. In fact, the incidence of ankle fracture is about 187 fractures per 100,000 people each
Making Your Home Wheelchair Accessible in Four Easy Steps
One of the most difficult life changes that I personally dealt with when I was in a wheelchair was traversing my own home. Cabinets are too high to reach, doors
Yoga for Coccyx and Tailbone Pain Relief
Tailbone, or coccyx, pain can make it difficult or impossible to carry out your normal routine. Situated at the bottom of the spine, the tailbone helps support the pelvis. Coccyx
Can Castor Oil Help with Psoriasis?
An estimated 7.5 million people in the United States have psoriasis, a common inflammatory skin condition that causes scaly, dry patches of skin. Conventional treatment options include steroids, anti-inflammatory medications
Everything You Need to Know Before Knee Surgery
Knee surgery is serious, and it impacts millions of people every year. Your knee is a key joint that is responsible for mobility. Knee pain and damage to your ligaments
Why Fit Seniors Have Healthy Hearts
We all know the importance of exercise not only for aesthetics, but for heart and overall physical health. But did you know that maintaining a healthy exercise routine into old
7 Mobility Aids Myths
Mobility aids are designed to help people get around safely and more efficiently. They can be used by a wide range of people of all ages and for a variety
What’s the Best Manual Wheelchair? Our 5 Picks
Unlike their motorized counterparts, manual wheelchairs must be propelled by you – the user – or a companion. Many people prefer manual to electric wheelchairs for both temporary and long-term
Pulse Oximeter Alert: Poor Probe Placement Can Lead to Inaccurate Results
Pulse oximeters are used both at home and in clinical settings to measure blood oxygen levels. However, recently experts have been warning people that poor probe placement could lead to
How to Choose and Use a Walking Cane
Walking canes provide stability and support, which can give you the confidence you need to keep moving. If you’ve decided that a cane is the right mobility aid for your