Monthly Archives: December 2018
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…
Dementia, Memory Loss, And Hospital Beds
Dementia occurs in many different forms. It is a general term that describes a decline in mental ability to the extent where it interferes with daily life. While the most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, there are many others. For example, another common type of dementia is Vascular dementia which occurs after a stroke. Dementia is often associated…
Patient Lifts And Choosing The Correct Sling
In many instances, a patient with limited mobility will need the assistance of a patient lift with a sling. These devices help caregivers transfer patients from the bed, to a chair, to a wheelchair and more. Why Do Patients Need Slings? There are several instances where the use of patient lifts are necessary- they allow for the safe lifting and…
How Can A Medical Consultant Help?
A consistent and steadily growing sector in the US economy is the healthcare industry, particularly for the Baby Boomer generation who are now seniors, making up a large portion of the American population. Elder care is a necessity for most families with older parents or those with children who have developmental disabilities. Today assisted and independent living with healthcare services…
