CPAP machines provide continuous air pressure that keeps the airways open while sleeping. CPAP therapy may be prescribed by doctors to people with symptoms of sleep apnea. A continuous positive pressure machine (CPAP) is a breathing apparatus with a mask people place over their nose or mouth. A tube connects to the motor of the device, […]
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15 Home Care Products for Older Adults
By 2034, the number of adults over age 65 is expected to be larger than the number of children in the United States for the first time in history. Having so many older adults means that the need for caregivers will continue to increase. As a caregiver, you may have to assist with ADLs (activities […]
Renovations to Make Aging at Home Easier
As you or a loved one age, your home might need to be adapted in order to accommodate lifestyle changes and to maintain independence. Over 41% of people plan to remain in their homes until they are 81 years old or older. As you age, it is important to adapt your home gradually to increase maneuverability. Plan ahead […]
Company Unveils Personal Walking Exoskeleton
Wandercraft has unveiled the Personal Exoskeleton at its U.S. Headquarters, Cure, an innovation campus for healthcare in New York. More Reading: Wandercraft brings Atalante exoskeleton to US Matthieu Masselin is the CEO of Wandercraft. He has revealed the hybrid robotics powering the Personal Exoskeleton. This technology could change the lives forever of people with walking disability by […]
TENS for Post-Surgical Pain
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a technique used by OTs and PTAs, can help patients manage pain during rehabilitation. By John V. Rider PhD, OTR/L MSCS, CPAM CEAS Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, or TENS, is a non-pharmacological approach that can help patients manage their post-surgical pain during rehabilitation. Post-surgical Pain Nociceptive pain is caused by actual or […]
Wheelchair Positioning for Ideal Propulsion
The intricacies involved with manual wheelchair measurements and configurations to improve mobility. By Kirsten Davin OTD, OTR/L, ATP, SMS It is difficult to overstate how important it is to configure a wheelchair correctly to meet the client’s needs. A manual wheelchair that is properly fitted to the user can often lead to greater independence, better performance […]