Medical Supplies Blog

Toothbrush Sanitization

Eric Belisle — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:48:12 +0000

Do you know how dirty your toothbrush actually is? Toothbrushes are commonly stored in the most unclean room in the house, the bathroom. Any amount of moisture left on a toothbrush can quickly become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. We certainly can’t forget about the particles thrown around the room every time [...]

Sterling 311 Bath Lift Review

Eric Belisle — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:30:24 +0000

Getting in and out of the bath tub can become progressively more difficult and dangerous as we get older. Grab bars are great, but only help so much. Shower chairs get the job done, but they don’t help with a bath. Luckily, Sterling has created a great bath lift to raise and lower the user [...]

The Kendall Product Line at ActiveForever

Eric Belisle — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:46:42 +0000

Now a part of Covidien, Kendall originally started as a gauze manufacturer in 1940. The Kendall brand now produces a wide variety of medical dressings and devices. World War I brought a high demand for Kendall’s KERLIX rolls, once the war was over, demand for gauze rolls died down and Kendall decided it was time [...]

5 Things That Make Life Easier for the Elderly

Eric Belisle — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:14:17 +0000

As we get older some smaller things in life can turn into ordeals, even something as simple as holding cards during a game can be a hassle. A person should never have to lose their hobbies due to the aging process and these items are meant to help you keep going. Here are a [...]

What You Need to Know About Portable Spas

Eric Belisle — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:37:54 +0000

Everyone loves relaxing in a spa; it could be after a long day, a tough workout, or even for therapeutic use. There are a ton of questions to ask when picking out a spa. How much should I spend? Do I want it to be permanently installed or portable? If it is portable, is [...]

Living with Vision Loss

Eric Belisle — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:05:15 +0000

According to the National Federation for the Blind, there are over 700 known causes of vision loss. Vision loss can be devastating at any age, imagine losing your sight after a lifetime of being able to see; no longer able to focus the eyes or even having areas of vision blocked or totally lost. Loss [...]

Seat Coolers and You!

Eric Belisle — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 21:52:47 +0000

Living in Phoenix Arizona is great! The people are nice, there is always something to do, but there is one small problem. Right now it is over 100° outside, and things don’t seem to be cooling off anytime soon. That’s why I am so glad I found this seat cooler for my car! The Cooling [...]

Inversion Therapy – Just Hanging Around, or a Different View?

Eric Belisle — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:08:49 +0000

In the 1960s, chiropractor Dr. Robert Martin introduced ‘gravity guidance’ to the physical therapy world. It was based on the simple concept of allowing gravity to naturally benefit the body, especially improving posture, which is an important foundation of how our bodies are supported. A study conducted in 2007 concluded that patients who needed sciatic [...]

Electric Jar Openers: Open Up Jar Opener Makes Living with Arthritis Easier

Eric Belisle — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:38:25 +0000

As someone who likes to help make my grandparents’ lives easier, I have looked at a variety of automatic electric jar openers to set up for them. Over the years, both my grandmother and grandfather have developed arthritis in their hands (it runs in our family), which has made opening jars very difficult for them. [...]

7 Must Have Items for Independent Living

Eric Belisle — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:57:14 +0000

Living independently becomes increasingly more difficult as we age. Sometimes everyday tasks can become extremely difficult. Fortunately there are a number of tools and devices that are designed to make your life easier. Whether you are living with limited mobility or just need a little extra help around the house, here are 7 suggestions you [...]