Changes in mobility are an unfortunate reality of aging. Many seniors struggle to walk effectively on their own as they age. There are excellent mobility aids that can help make getting around a bit easier. Walkers, rollators, and wheelchairs are all great tools to allow older adults to maintain their independence and lower the risk of falls and the injuries that can accompany them.
At MedEquip we offer only premium quality walkers as these aids are only effective if they work properly. There are many poorly made products on the market that tend to fall apart quickly. Our selection of walkers and rollators is limited to only the products we have personally laid hands on so we know they work. Our top selling Triumph Maverick Carbon Fibre Rollator is tough to beat. Light enough to grab and go when your headed out of the house and made to stand the test of time. If you are product with a bit more features look no further than the award winning Triumph Prestige 2 in one. This amazing product double as both a rollator and a transport wheelchair.
We offer a variety of mobility aids to meet your specific needs. When picking the best mobility tool for your loved one it is important to consider a variety of factors. Weight capacity, range, product weight and portability, airline approved, etc. Premium power chair models like the Merits Vision Sport Power Chair are a great choice for all day comfort and range, but are heavy and difficult to move in a vehicle with out a ramp or tail gate accessory. The versatile and ultra-light Phoenix Carbon Fibre Power Chair from ComfyGo is another top seller that is always ready for the senior on the go and can be easily transported by caregivers.
Falls can also occur in the places we think we are the safest. In our own bed.
Falls from the bed are common in seniors and occur in the middle of the night, when getting into or out of bed, or when using the restroom in the middle of the night. High-Low beds can help prevent the risk of injury from a fall by lowering the bed deck closer to the floor. These beds can also serve as a mobility aid by helping to lift the senior into a standing position while sitting on the edge of the bed. The Med Mizer All Care Floor Bed is a great option if you want to get as close to the floor as possible. Other great options include the Span America Advantage Bed, the Span America Advantage Ready Wide Bed, and the beautiful SonderCare Aura Bed. These beds are true clinical grade medical beds that are loaded with features that make your environment safer.
Sometimes falls are inevitable. You can't prevent all falls but you can precautions to avoid them and use the right tools to mitigate the risk of injury to both the caregiver and the senior when they do occur. Falls mats are a great tool to prevent the risk of injury from a fall. There are plenty of cheap falls mats out there that all too often become a tripping hazard instead of a safety benefit. We carry only one fall mat for this reason. Unlike bulky foam mats with raised edges that can cause tripping the Span America Risk Manager stands apart. It is comprised of an elastomeric silver impregnated gel that resists the growth of bacteria and has beveled edges to allow for wheelchairs and other mobility aids to glide over the edges with ease.
What about when your loved one does fall despite taking countless precautions? Often times elderly individuals do not have the strength to get themselves up or offer any real help to the caregiver. Trying to lift dead weight off the floor can be incredibly dangerous for both the senior and the caregiver. I have talked with countless family members who injured their own backs while desperately trying to get a loved one off the floor. You can't help your loved one if you too are injured. The HelpUp Fall Recovery Patient Lift - Safe, Portable Floor Lift Assist Device is an inflatable product that is easy to store and can help gently lift your loved from the floor in the case of a fall. Another incredible product to lift an individual from the floor is the amazing Bounce Back Fall Recovery Patient Lift. This product makes getting someone off the floor a breeze and takes up a small enough foot print to store out of the way when not in use.
Navigating the complexities of aging is difficult and sometimes overwhelming. With countless products on the market it can be confusing to determine which aging in place tools are best suited to your loved one's needs. Our team is here to help you navigate these decisions and help you make the product selection best suited to your unique needs. Call or email us today and speak with our team to learn more about how we can help assist you in this process. 1-888-939-0002 info@medequiphealth.com.