Every year, more and more seniors face a major challenge presented by limited mobility — the staircase. While staircases are common in most homes across the country, many seniors (and citizens of all ages!) risk injury when traversing their steps. These injuries can lead to a wide range of problems. Statistics show that half of seniors who sustain a fall-related injury are discharged into the ca…Read More
Despite everyone’s best efforts to stay healthy and live independently, a day may come where those stairs are just too challenging. Slips and falls account for a large portion of preventable injuries sustained by senior citizens, and the statistics are not promising. Elderly patients in Illinois who are struggling to ascend and descend the stairs in their homes face the risk of falling, but in a…Read More
As we age, our bodies tend to lose flexibility and mobility. Many elderly residents that struggle to move from the seating to standing position (or vice versa) can benefit from the many advantages of a lift chair. Power lift chairs are medical equipment that look nearly identical to your standard living room recliner. Unlike normal seats, lift chairs utilize buttons and controls to give users assi…Read More
A lift chair, also known as a seat lift chair, is a chair that features a motorized device to help boost you to a standing position or lower you to a seated position. If your doctor or family practitioner has recommended you or a loved one to invest in a lift chair, you may be wondering if the expense is covered by Medicare. In this blog, we’ll discuss the basics of lift chairs and how to determ…Read More
For people who suffer from mobility issues, getting in and out of a chair can be a very difficult task. Simple movements like answering the door, going to the bathroom, or preparing a meal in the kitchen can be challenging if you suffer from back pain or a lack of muscle strength in your legs. Luckily, power lift chairs are an affordable and beneficial mobility device for seniors and adults with a…Read More
If you’ve been falling down frequently, or you’ve been missing out on activities that you used to enjoy due to mobility issues, it may be time to talk to your doctor about a mobility scooter. Whether you’ve experienced an injury that has prohibited your walking ability, or you suffer from the discomfort of arthritis, a mobility scooter can be extremely beneficial. At Lehan’s Medical Equipm…Read More
