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Mobility Guide

5 Ways To Manage Mobility Problems In Older Adults

Coping with limited mobility may be difficult for older adults. Here are five ways to assist older adults in managing mobility problems. READ MORE.

Mobility Guide

Wheelchair Sizing Guide: How to Choose the Right One

Choosing the right wheelchair may be difficult. Which one is right for me? What size do I need? We can answer these questions and others. READ MORE

Rollators

10 Best Rollator Walkers For Rough Surfaces

Your quest to find the best outdoor rollator ends here. HPFY offers a list of 10 of its best rollators to help you make an informed decision.

Walkers

Knee Scooters vs Hemi Walkers: Which One To Pick?

Knee and hemi walkers are both mobility aids with very different functioning, but the main idea behind the two is the same: supporting a person while walking. However, Hemi walkers cater to different patients, whereas knee walkers cater to people with injuries and disorders in the leg.

Mobility Guide

Choosing the Type of Wheelchair Best for You

Manual wheelchairs have always been a popular, affordable mobility aid choice. They are designed to provide mobility to people who do not have enough lower body strength required for walking independently but still have the necessary upper body strength to manually propel their chairs.

Rollators

The 7 Best 4-Wheel Rollator Walkers

How do you decide which four-wheeled walker might be the best to fit your lifestyle and mobility? While the choices seem endless, we have identified seven of the best 4-wheel rollator walkers available. Read more to find out.

Canes

Choosing The Best Walking Cane

Walking canes are the most common mobility aids used by seniors and people with mobility issues. They are simple, convenient, inexpensive, and also offer a variety of benefits, but do you know how to pick the one that serves you the best? HPFY brings you a complete guide for choosing the best walking cane. Read more to find what should you look for in a cane.

Walkers

5 Best Upright Walkers for Seniors

An upright walker is a revolutionary product that offers seniors a comfortable and secure form of mobility assistance and helps them remain independent and social. The upright walker allows one to stand and walk straight without hunching over. Upright walkers for seniors provide great relief to those suffering from aches and pain caused by conventional walkers. Find 5 best upright walkers for seniors.

Mobility Guide

Transport Chair Vs Wheelchair: What Is the difference?

Nearly 6.8 million Americans depend on mobility aids like wheelchairs and transport chairs. These mobility devices are often used by older adults and those dealing with debilitating health conditions like arthritis, stroke, and spinal problems, to name a few. For first-time users, choosing between a wheelchair and a transport chair can be overwhelming because they both look similar and perform similar functions. However, both are distinct types and have many key differences.

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Balance And Stability

Improve Balance & Stability with 6 Easy Exercises

Aging can diminish our balance and stability. Are there balance exercises that can improve balance and stability? Are they easy for the elderly? READ MORE

Weight Management Nutrition

Tracking Calories: Keeping Tabs on Caloric Intake

Tracking your calories can help with weight loss and a healthy diet. How do I properly track my calories? What’s the best way to track calories? READ MORE

Mental Well Being

Mental & Behavioral Symptoms Caused by UTIs in the Elderly

Urinary tract infections can cause psychological symptoms. How do UTIs affect the elderly? Are there symptoms to look out for? READ MORE

Health & Wellness

Your Best Diet Options for Stomach Ulcers

Diet can be vitally important for those with stomach ulcers. What foods should I avoid? Are there foods to help me deal with my stomach ulcer? READ MORE

Vitamin Supplements

Nutritional Supplement Drinks: Pros and Cons for Older Adults

Aging brings with it changes in nutritional needs. Should I supplement my diet with nutritional drinks/shakes? Do they work and are they safe? READ MORE

Infections and Allergies

Your Guide to Sterilization and Infection Control Products

Controlling infection during medical procedures is critical. What is the proper technique for sterilization? How do I disinfect medical devices or surgical instruments with? READ MORE

Diabetes Management

7 Items You Must Have for Safe Blood Sugar Management

Dealing with diabetes on a daily basis is challenging. How do I keep my blood sugar balanced? What do I need with me every day? How do I protect my loved one? READ MORE

Allergy Relief

Human Metapneumovirus: A Diagnosis and Treatment

This time of year, respiratory viruses can become commonplace. Human Metapneumovirus or HMPV can cause respiratory disease. What is HMPV? Who is at risk and what are the treatments? READ MORE

Feminine Hygiene

10 Home Remedies for Vaginal Yeast Infections

Vaginal yeast infections can be common in women. It’s not a serious form of infection but can be cured/prevented with home remedies. How do I get rid of vaginal yeast infections? What are home remedies for vaginal infections? We have some information for you. READ MORE

Post Mastectomy Bras

Choosing the Best Front Closure Bras for Seniors

We lose flexibility as we age and seniors can have issues dressing. Front closure bras for seniors may be an option. What makes front closure bras the best for seniors? Are front fasting bras for me? We have some info for you. READ MORE

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