Walking sticks and Walkers Linked to Higher Risk of Falls

Walking sticks help people maintain their balance, walk with more confidence and help relieve tension on joints and bones. A properly fitted walking stick can help even the most able-bodied adult achieve maximum health and well being. Different handles will suit different people – some will be preferable for those with painful joints or a weaker grip, for example – so it’s a good idea to try out different types before settling on one in particular. A walking stick to help with going up and down stairs, there's a specific technique for this, too. It’s important to learn this, because using a walking stick incorrectly on the stairs could put at greater risk of a fall.

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The walking stick has three main parts -the 'handle' by which the stick is held, the 'shaft' or straight part of the stick, a 'band' or 'collar' which joins the handle to the shaft if they are of different materials, a 'ferrule' or tip, and the 'wrist cord' for carrying. A ferrule was usually metal to protect the end of the stick. Sometimes, however, it was of a material that matched the handle, such as ivory horn, silver or gold. Before roads were paved, the ferrule was three to four inches long.

Walking Stick

High adjustable for user comfort. Non abrasive special engineering plastic material pods for firm base grip Pivotal structure of pod gives support on even and uneven surfaces. Easy lock pin height adjustable.

Walking Stick Features

• Light weight
• Strong and durable
• Good weight bearing
• Perfect aesthetics
• Long life of the coating
• Available in multiple colors
• Easy size customization

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Elderly Walkers can be lifesavers for older people. Walkers for elderly come in a variety of different styles - some with wheels and others without. It's important to know the difference between the styles as they are each designed for specific purposes and abilities. This is the most common type of walker, and it is available in heavy duty (bariatric) and junior styles. These are best used on indoor surfaces. Because there are no wheels, basic walkers provide the most stability for those who need a little extra help.

Elderly Walkers

• Folding Walker
• One button folding walker
• 4 sections height adjustable
• Height Length: 76 - 85 cm
• Color: Red and Silver

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Portable Commode Chair for Handicapped and Elderly People

Commodes are portable toilets that can be used beside the bed.These are designed and manufactured in accordance with international quality norms & standards, using high-grade raw material. A commode is a great alternative to using the toilet.

People who have difficulty getting to the toilet or spend long periods of time in bed can benefit from using a Portable Commode Chair. All our products are widely used in homes, hospitals, nursing homes and clinics. In addition to this, we provide customization as per the specifications laid down by the customers.It has a comfortable padded seat that can be wiped clean and used for support whilst getting dressed.

Our Price : Rs 1200

Portable Commode Toilets Chair Features :

• Easily fordable frame provides convenience to carry.
• Ideal for storage in small living areas.
• Brand Imported.
• Fordable Stool like Frame, ideal for storage in toilets with seat width of 15-inch without bucket.

These chairs are highly demanded in hospitals and homes for patients or old age people who cannot walk by themselves. Our Portable Commode Chair is made from premium quality materials with the help of advance technology. Moreover, we offer these chairs at economical prices for our clients.

Our Range starts from simple commode stool to economy chairs and extends up to more sturdier and durable chrome plated and light weight aluminum models with options of folding and height adjustment and with or without castors / seat cover.

Commode chairs can be helpful for:

• People with dementia and incontinence.
• Anyone at risk of falling overnight whilst getting to the toilet.
• People who are short of breath or unsteady on their feet.

Wheelchair Price presents Folding Commode Stand cum chair with back support and pot that is absolutely necessary for the patients who are in recovery period and are not able to walk properly or without support. It is easy and convenient to use. It is ideal for the use by elderly people.

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Protective Pads for Calluses and Corns

A corn is a circumscribed hyperkeratotic lesion with a central conical core of keratin that causes pain and inflammation. The conical core in a corn, which is a thickening of the stratum corneum, is a protective response to the mechanical trauma. This central core distinguishes the corn from the callus. Corns are divided into two subtypes: the hard corn (heloma durum) and the soft corn (heloma molle).

Corns and calluses develop when normal skin activity is over-stimulated resulting in a thickening layer of skin. This over-stimulation can result from congenital, hormonal, occupational & infective factors. A callous is a diffuse area of thickened skin, were as a corn is an area of a callous that have become moulded into a nucleus.

Prevention & Treatment : It is important to wear appropriate footwear, i.e. supportive shoes with wide toes and low heels. A pumice stone is a good way to rid of hard skin on the foot in addition to a daily moisturising routine to soften skin and help it retain elasticity, especially in the elder, gel corn pads or Corn Cushions helps to relieve painful corns and calluses. Metatarsal padding for the ball of the foot also helps the foot to manage daily stress and friction.

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If you are experiencing a painful sensation where you feel like you are walking on stones, consult a Chiropodist/Podiatrist who will advise you on how to treat the problem. A Chiropodist/Podiatrist will treat the problem by removing hard skin, applying a metatarsal pad to the ball of the foot or fitting an orthotic (corrective insole) to assist the foot in redistributing pressure.

• Wear wide toed, low-heeled shoes.
• Use a pumice stone.
• Moisturise the foot daily.
• Use padding for the ball of the foot.
• See Podiatrist/Chiropodist for advice.

Shoulder Immobilizer Brace : The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of shoulder stabilizer muscle activity using the contraction of the finger flexor muscle. We divided the study subjects into a grasp group and a non-grasp group. The shoulder muscle activities of both the grasp group and the non-grasp group were measured by electromyography. Both the grasp group that used the contraction of the finger flexor muscle and the non-grasp group that did not use the contraction of the finger flexor muscle showed a state where Shoulder Stabilizer muscle activation increased as the weight borne by them increased. The serratus anterior muscles and rhomboid muscles showed differences between the two groups. Exercises using finger flexor muscle activation is a more effective method for patients who need shoulder stabilizer muscle strengthening exercises because of shoulder stabilizer muscle weakness.

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body. The cost of such versatility is an increased risk of injury. It is important that family physicians understand the anatomy of the shoulder, mechanisms of injury, typical physical and radiologic findings, approach to management of injuries, and indications for referral. Clavicle fractures are among the most common acute shoulder injuries, and more than 80 percent of them can be managed conservatively.

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Commode Chairs Provide Bathroom Assistance for Users of All Ages

Our Price : Rs 1500

Commode chairs provide bathroom assistance for users of all ages through maintaining independence and confidence. Commodes are often beneficiary for a number of reasons including :

• Illness has left the body unstable and weak
• Surgery has momentarily left a person too weak to walk the distance to the bathroom
• Joint problems and aging having weakened the legs making it difficult to get on and off the toilet
• Balance problems that make it difficult for an individual to safely travel to and get on/off the toilet
• Many falls happen in the bathroom for two good reasons: for one, water and moisture in the air can make bathroom surfaces slippery; and two, weakened muscles and balance problems can affect the ability to travel to the bathroom and use the toilet. Commodes greatly reduce the risk of falling by making it easier to get on and off the toilet. Some commodes function as a portable toilet, reducing the number of trips to the bathroom.

Commodes come in a variety of styles and sizes. Stand-alone toilets are great for the bedside or in the bathroom. Standard Commode With Padded Seat, extra-wide bariatric commodes, drop-arm commodes, commodes with wheels, tall, toilet-covering commodes and multi-function commodes are all utilized for specific needs. It is important to choose the right seat for your particular needs. Your supplier will work with you to ensure your commode meets your needs, is comfortable to sit on, and is safe and easy to use.

Although commodes make using the bathroom feasible, it is advised that a caretaker be attentive in preventing the patient from any injury. Offering stability and comfort, Invacare’s safeguard Commode is a popular product amongst users, along with Medline’s Folding Steel Commode which folds reducing storage space by 35% and makes delivery easier. Whichever commode you settle on, Specialty Medical Supply will provide you with the very best products at the most affordable prices.

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It’s well known that the bathroom can be a very dangerous place for a senior with mobility issues, so choosing the right raised toilet seat is extremely important. A raised toilet seat helps those who have a hard time using a regular toilet by raising the height of the seat instead of having to Commode Elevated Seat the whole toilet or install a new one. Whether it is hard for them to bend down or they struggle to get up, this product can be a great help. The most common use for a raised toilet is usually for seniors with mobility issues, patients with low strength and those who don’t have good balance. 

For these people, an elevated toilet seat can make going to the bathroom safer, easier and more secure. However, depending on the situation, this might not always be the answer; sometimes a more permanent solution may be required. For some people, a commode would be more appropriate. If you’re not sure, check here for the why’s and how’s of getting a commode.

Raised toilet seats come in many sizes and shapes. It is extremely important to make sure the product you purchase fits properly. Make sure you have the correct measurements before buying an elevated toilet seat, as many stores will not accept the return once the product touches the toilet. Check if your toilet seat is standard or elongated, and buy a product that is designed for the type you have. Also consider the weight capacity of the product you are considering, and if necessary, consider the bariatric raised toilet seat options. You can also choose an elevated toilet seat that is padded for comfort, unless you prefer the easy-to-clean feature of the non-padded version.

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Gel Finger Pad Protector for Finger Pain

Finger Protector Tube, covers and protects the length of the toe. It provides relief from pressure, friction, corns and conforms easily to the toe area giving all day comfort. Finger protectors are ideal for cushioning and protecting sore toes, toenails and corns.

Using scissors these fabric covered tubes can easily be cut to the length required. The inner gel lining clings to the contour of your finger or toe to soothe & comfort your blisters, corns and calluses. They can be used for either fingers or toes. The tube is re-usable and can be hand washed. The

Gel Finger Pad Protector Fully lined with gel for all-around digital protection. Helps Protect against pain caused by pressure and friction.

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Gel Finger Pad Protector Features :

• Gel Finger Pads Fully lined with gel.
• for all-around digital protection.

As the terminal extension of the fingers and hand, the fingertips are the portions of the upper extremity through which we touch, feel, write, draw, and perform activities of daily living. With the advent of new technology, our dependence on our fingertips for everyday living continues to increase, as we more often surf the Internet, program handheld organizers, use smart phones, operate the TV remote control, or research topics in online journals such as Medscape Drugs and Diseases.

This Tynor Clavicle Brace with Buckle is a smart and comfortable brace designed to immobilize, compress and stabilize fractures involving the clavicle bone. Its reverse buckle fastening with hook-loop tapes offers flexibility in positioning, better tightening and better grip. The soft PU foam padding prevents underarm rashes. The figure of eight design with lateral vector ensures linear union of the clavicle bone, and the Clavicle Brace With Buckle allows the required movement of the area with perfect immobilization of the clavicle bone. It is used where neither neuro vascular disturbances are severe, nor surgery is required.

A clavicle brace provides support and stability for the collarbone and back after a fracture. Braces are used as a treatment method to rest and stabilize the bone while allowing it to heal. The clavicle bone is the long bone that connects the breastplate and the shoulder on each side of the body. Surgery is rarely needed for a fractured clavicle, and there are many types of braces and slings available to aid in the healing process.

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Commode Shower Chair for Handicapped and Elderly People

Our Price : Rs 6800

More accidents and deaths occur in a bathroom statistically, than anywhere else in the home. For the elderly this is Especially true as they are more prone to slipping and falling, especially when getting in or out of a shower or bathtub.

    

Fortunately, there is a solution for that which enables them to sit and safely take a shower or if they’re capable of Standing for short periods of time they can still do that with the option of sitting down on a Rolling Bedside Commode. For anyone Who takes care of an elderly person you may have any questions about shower chairs and we’ll do our absolute best Answer them.

Not just shower chairs for the elderly.

Shower chairs are similar to that of a regular chair except that they are built to not move or easily tip over in places Like baths and showers. They are meant to be used for people with disabilities or especially for those who are disabled.

Shower chairs typically come in a variety of different styles depending on what suits the elderly person in need. They are All fairly strong in structure as it makes them harder to tip over.

The material they’re made of in most cases are a hard type of plastic with a big of a rugged built in design. While they Are made to be comfortable the built-in design actually does have a purpose.

While it’s no surprise that plastic can be quite slippery when wet, that’s where this design comes in. You won’t ever have To worry about your loved one or the person you’re caring for slipping and falling out of today's shower chair. Most so, The texture creates an anti-slip grip so that those who use it won’t have a worry. They’re designed to be easy to clean as They won’t grow soap scum or mildew on them either.

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Shower chairs are a great way to securely bathe a loved one with a piece of mind. More so, for those who are capable of Living on their own, they can even bathe themselves without worrying about slipping and falling. Typically, they’re Extremely easy to install and require very little maintenance.

Most chairs even come with handlebars on them that aid a person in sitting, standing, or even getting out of the shower or Bathtub. Some of these newer car models even come with backs for support for them, whereas many of the previous shower Chairs didn’t have such a feature.

For those who may be wheelchair bound and unable to get out without assistance, shower chairs with wheels are the next Best thing. As you can easily move them next to a bed, wheelchair or where ever, it’s needed, this makes for easy transport In and out of a shower or bath during bathing time.

Elderly showering chair :

As mentioned before, many different types of Indian Commode exist and for a lot of different reasons. Over the past years Many companies have taken the proper steps forward in attempts to prevent accident related deaths in homes. Mobility can Be a huge issue for the elderly, especially during the colder months when their bones and joints cramp up.

For those who may be disabled and rely completely on someone to help them, this could spell twice the amount of trouble When trying to get around on their own. While not all elderly may require assistance getting around the house, they’re Still very prone to slips and falls, and as their bones weaken, they may not be as steady as they used to be or perhaps Other medical conditions could make an accident possible at any given moment.

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Comfortable Support to the Hand and Wrist

Wrist and forear splints are designed to immobilize and provide firm and comfortable support to the hand and wrist in various orthopedic conditions. They maintain the wrist in the functional position.This splint from Tynor is made of PUF fused fabric that is breathable, and hence comfortable. It has removable aluminium splints that offer a customised fit and good grip. They also make it possible to achieve the required degree of dorsi-flexion.

The long length of the brace ensures enhanced immobilisation. The brace also allows free finger movement. The hook loop closures ensure optimal compression, and make application and removal easy. The Tynor Restrainer built-in opening for thumb abduction that offers better pain relief and ensures that the thumb remains relaxed.

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Applications:

• To manage combative or disoriented patient.
• Manage post anesthesia delirium.
• Patients with head injuries or recovering from seizures.
• Schizophrenia, mental illness, dementia, or side effects from their treatment.
• To limit the body movement.
• Maintain a particular position.

Reasons for Wearing an Shoulder Sling : When you have a fractured shoulder, or a fractured wrist or elbow, you may be recommended to wear an arm sling. In case of fracture, no matter of which body part, it is very essential not to move that part of your body to ensure proper healing of the bone. As said earlier, the Shoulder Sling helps your arm to keep it in place against your body and that helps in faster healing.

Shoulder Sling : An shoulder sling is a simple shoulder immobiliser typically manufactured from cotton or a synthetic material to offer comfort to the wearer and is worn following surgery or a trauma related injury such as a trip or fall.

The shoulder sling works by immobilising the arm and shoulder by raising the arm and restricting its movement. The arm sits within a material based sling attached to a strap which loops round the patient’s neck to help elevate the arm. The strap can be adjusted manually depending on the patient’s height and arm length, but a professional will always set this before you leave the hospital to ensure that it is fitted accurately.

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