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Wheelchairs: Mobility Options for You

My name is Lana Thompson and about five years ago, my son was involved in a car accident. My son has been in a wheelchair ever since the accident, but David is determined, resilient, and positive. The injury did not keep him from reaching his goals, and I have spent a good deal of time, energy, and money to make sure that my son's wheelchair could help him with his life aspirations. This meant working with physicians, electronics experts, and medical suppliers to make sure David's wheelchair was as technologically advanced as possible. A wheelchair is not simply a tool, it is a mobility lifeline for a disabled individual. If you are in a wheelchair, I want you know how to develop the right wheelchair for your condition. I want you to be comfortable, able, and positive like my son, so start exploring options with my blog.

Latest Posts

Taking Care Of Your Brain Health: Possible Dementia Prevention Options

Posted on March 8, 2016

As you begin to age and begin to more seriously think about the common health issues that go along with the aging process, you may find yourself preoccupied with mental decline and the possibility that you may develop some form of dementia. While there is no cure for dementia disorders like Alzheimer's disease and the like once they have developed, there may be health steps that you can take to protect your brain health and prevent dementia. [Read More]

Three Ways To Help Overcome Your Dental Phobia

Posted on February 19, 2016

When you're an adult, it can be easy to feel a little sheepish if you haven't visited the dentist in a long time because of a phobia. You might feel better knowing that you're not alone. Between 9 and 15 percent of the U.S. population skips dental checkups because of anxiety. Although it might be easy to simply just ignore the idea of going to the dentist, the reality is that proper dental health relies on regular checkups. [Read More]

3 Things To Consider When Shopping For Lift Chairs

Posted on February 10, 2016

If you are taking care of an elderly parent, you are probably aware of the physical strain that moving your parent places on your back and shoulders as you lift them out of bed or help them up and down the stairs. Getting a lift chair can provide relief so that you don't have to risk personal injury while exerting yourself. Use the following considerations as you shop for a good lift chair. [Read More]

3 Things You Need To Know About Ankylosing Spondylitis

Posted on February 3, 2016

There are many causes of lower back pain, including ankylosing spondylitis. Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease that affects both your spine and your sacroiliac joint, the joint where your spine connects to your pelvis. Here are three things you need to know about ankylosing spondylitis. What are the signs of ankylosing spondylitis? The main symptom of ankylosing spondylitis is pain in your lower back. This pain tends to be worse while you're at rest, especially at night or in the early morning. [Read More]