Electric Mobility Scooters

Obese people don’t have it easy and they definitely don’t deserve to live a life of disease and filth. But sometimes it’s hard for this unlucky population to find the tools they need to clean their bodies. Bathing can be the biggest burden of all and that’s why certain good-hearted individuals have begun manufacturing products for bathing. Many times what happens is that larger people can’t stand up in the shower or bathtub like the rest of us and because of this they need sturdy bath seats.

Bath seats are designed to fit the contour of a standard bathtub. They also have vinyl grips on the tubing to prevent marring the the tub. Bath seats are only designed for bathtub use. If you desire a model to use in a shower stall, you must insert the bath seats into a shower floor stand.

My daughter has played soccer for more than ten years. She’s a teenager now and has no plans of quitting despite whatever injuries she will sustain. This last week was a trial for her because during a recent game she got kicked in the ankle. The ankle ended up fractured. Not only could my daughter not play soccer for two monthes, she also could barely get around the house or school.

Thankfully her doctor recommened a solution: he said she should use a pair of underarm crutches. I will tell you what, those crutches were a miracle for her. She was able to get all around the house and the yard, and could even get up the stairs at her school. Without that pair of crutches she would have been really depressed. Not playing soccer bothers her, but not nearly as much as being bedridden would have!

Specializing in home healthcare and rehabilitation products for the senior, disability and rehab markets, Maddak Inc. has been recognized as the largest manufacturer in the United States of Aids for Daily Living (ADL). Various therapeutic games and assessment kits for occupational, physical, speech and recreational therapists are also produced. All products are marketed under the Ableware® trade name.
For over 30 years, we have remained a family owned and operated company. We are committed to remaining independent and bringing out the best and most innovative products we can design. Maddak Inc. was the first company in the world to introduce an elevated toilet seat and since then has been in the forefront of numerous innovative product developments, many times as a direct result of suggestions made by therapists and users of our
products.
Maddak’s main goal is to manufacture products that enable people to remain active and maximize their independence. The vast majority of our products are produced in our own factories located in New Jersey, Maryland and Missouri and we strive every day to deliver the highest quality product at the fairest price. Ableware® products are available through home healthcare dealers all over the world.
Founded in 1971, Maddak Inc. is a subsidiary of Bel-Art Products. Bel-Art Products, founded in 1946, is a leading manufacturer of products for use in the laboratory and also serves the industrial, safety, educational science and packaging markets. Their product line is marketed under the Scienceware®
trade name.

Persons enrolled in the Ohio Home Care Waiver Program are now allowed to choose their caregivers from various sources. Independent Provider Nurses are among the list of approved caregivers. If you are aware of a child or adult consumer who is in need of a home care nurse, and is currently enrolled in the Ohio Home Care Waiver Program, there is a list of available nurses at the Ohio Independent Provider Network. The Ohio Independent Provider Network is not a home care agency. However, they are a network of Ohio nurses who have been approved by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to provide skilled nursing services to disabled individuals. There are RNs and LPNs available throughout Ohio to help families restore balance to their lives, and help their loved ones remain at home.

Studies have shown that almost 40% of Alzheimer’s patients experience significant weight loss. A study out of Boston University suggests that the weight loss is due in part to the loss of the ability to distinguish contrast between colors.

It is a known fact, people with Alzheimer’s are not able to distinguish light colored food and drink on or in typically light colored tableware. When using tableware that offered a high contrast to the food and drink (i.e.: bright red and bright blue), researchers noticed that the participants in the study increased their food intake by 24% and liquid intake by 84% (1). 40% of Alzheimer’s patients experience significant weight loss. More than 60% of people with Alzheimer’s Disease have a decrease in visual capacity(2). Up to 50% of the fluctuations in the ability of someone with Alzheimer’s Disease to perform activities of daily living can be attributed to deficits in visual capacity (2) Research indicates that people with Alzheimer’s Disease experienced a 24% increase in food intake and 84% increase in liquid intake when eating and drinking with tableware that offers a high contrast color (1) The human eye has more receptors in the retina to see red than to see any other color. Alzheimer’s patients show greater deficits in their ability to see colors in the blue-violet range.

Sources: 1 Dunne TE, Neargardener SA, Cipollini, PB, Cronin-Golomb A. Visual contrast enhances food and liquid intake in advanced Alzheimer’s disease. Clinical Nutrition 2004; 23:533-538. 2 Rosa-Brady J, Dunne, T. Alzheimer’s Association, Massachusetts Chapter Newsletter 1999; 17:3.

With age may come wisdom and, all too frequently, a fall. Falls are common causes of serious injuries. One out of every three people over 65 falls annually in the U.S.  Falls are the most common cause of injuries among senior citizens and the top reason for a hospital admission for trauma. Advanced age substantially increases the likelihood of hospitalization after a fall. Falls account for 87% of all fractures among people aged 65 years or older. For seniors, fractures are the most serious consequence of falls (short of death). The most common bones to fracture in falls are:   

• The hip, femur (thigh bone), pelvis, and vertebrae (spine);       
• The humerus (upper arm bone), forearm, and hand; and       
• The leg and ankle bones.

What medical factors increase the chance of a fall?      

• Visual impairment. Disorders of the nervous system. Joint and muscle problems. Difficulties in gait and balance. Medications which induce sleepiness.

How can falls be prevented?      

Physical activity to improve strength, mobility and flexibility in seniors; Limiting sleep-inducing medications whenever possible; Appropriate treatment of underlying medical conditions; Environmental modifications such as installing grab bars, removing tripping obstacles, and maintaining sufficient lighting; And some common sense doesn’t hurt.

I have had a good friend for many years who happens to be a quadriplegic. Prior to 1995 he had no access (for insurance reasons) to an electric scooter.  Then in 1995 everything changed and independence was won. Though it sounds cliché this opened up a complete new world of independence. In this case the 4-wheel heavy duty motorized scooters have proven to be an economical and cheap solution to a variety of issues. These issues include convenience and a portable and quick way to accomplish daily tasks. Concerning the 4-Wheel Light & Portable motorized scooters the ground clearance, power, speed and climbing ability are also impressive and necessary in daily travel about town allowing a multitude of tasks to be accomplished.

The 3-Wheel Heavy-Duty mobility scooters also are electric w/ batteries and most high-end brands come standard with switch buttons on the dash. The range and stability of most of these handicapped scooters are impressive @ 10 miles and up and many come with cargo options  such as baskets and lights. Another big advantage is the quiet ride. The 3-wheel light & portable scooters are the last category and provide fast storage and a transportable unit many of which fold or break down into parts for storage into a trunk or back seat/cargo area. Many of the lightweight portable 3-wheel scooters for the disabled are sturdy and built to last and provide a portability factor not provided by the heaver scooters.

An electric scooter is a very useful product for the disabled or elderly in today fast paced society.

Good eye health is important to our independence; but depending on someone else to administer your eye drops can be frustrating. There’s a nifty little item I found on WheelchairsAbound, that may make inserting your own eye drops a possibility.   

This inexpensive ($4.82) gadget holds the eye open and directs the drops, allowing for accurated eye drop installation! It conveniently clips into place and positions the bottle at the correct angle over the eye. There’s a special cup which prevents blinking by keeping the lower eyelid open while a small pinhole directs eyesight upward and away from the descending drops. Someone had everyone in mind when they designed this useful product!