Who doesn’t love to travel? But for those who have a disability the prospect of going on a vacation may seem like a pipe dream. This wonderful world we live in is not always 100% handicap accessible and sometimes extremely frustrating to those who may have...
With age and certain health conditions, bathrooms become one of the most dangerous places in our homes. Toilet Aids are adaptive devices to make bathrooms more accessible and safer for those at risk of falling and hurting themselves while using the toilet...
Rocking chairs go beyond nostalgia – they offer amazing health benefits too! Did you know that a rocking chair can improve blood circulation, promote a good mood, and improve posture? READ MORE
Also known as an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO), a foot drop brace is a medical device designed to help people who suffer from a condition called “foot drop or “drop foot.” Typically worn on the lower leg, the drop foot brace keeps the ankle and foot from inverting...
Transfer devices, or transfer aids, were designed for those who are less mobile due to surgery, a medical condition, or simply because of age. They are very helpful when moving a patient from one location to another, like getting out of a chair and going to...
Once you have recovered from an ostomy surgery returning to a “normal” life might seem like a strange idea. Truth is you should be able to resume your normal activities after a healing period. The when, how, or what exercise you can do will depend on the...
The act of swimming can be extremely therapeutic for those with disabilities, both physically and psychologically. If you are physically handicapped Swimming seems impossible. But now you can enjoy swimming using Disabled swimming equipment. All you need is...
An inflammatory condition, jumper’s knee is common among athletes involved in jumping and landing activities. R.I.C.E. is most recommended treatment for it.
People with respiratory issues like asthma, cystic fibrosis, or COPD use nebulizers or inhalers. Although both devices deliver medication effectively into the lungs to relieve discomfort, there are differences between the two. Learn all about nebulizer vs...
Cerebral Palsy can vary from patient to patient and affect each one differently. This means that finding the right tools to combat CP can be challenging since there is no cookie-cutter way to treat this disease. With such uncertainty, how do you find the right...
There is a wide variety of incontinence products available and it is important to choose a product that best suits your requirements. Choosing from a wide range of products can often put you in a dilemma of what product is the best fit for your needs.
Arthritis in the feet affects one in every six people over the age of 50. While surgery is an effective way to treat and manage foot arthritis, there are some non-surgical methods to help this debilitating condition. Read this article to learn more about ten...
Wound dressings are widely used to promote healing by helping to debride the wound, reduce bacteria, prevent further trauma, and prevent reoccurrence. Find 5 best wound dressings for pressure ulcers at HPFY.
Keeping it simple is the best way to purchase CrossFit gym equipment. Big machines are not only expensive, but they also take up a lot of room. The simpler, the better, and the more you will probably use the CrossFit equipment you purchase. Here is our list of...
Perhaps the most dangerous room in the home for anyone with a disability is the bathroom. Traditional bathrooms do not even come close to providing the disabled with a safe and accessible environment. But there are several steps you can take to make sure your...
