For the elderly or the disabled, there are many products available to help make day to day activities more simple and to preserve or increase the quality of life.
Bathing can require the use of a chair in a tub or shower, as well as grab bars that are installed to allow someone to enter and leave more easily. It is also a good idea to install adhesive strips to the bottom of a tub to prevent slipping or falling. A shower head that has a hose is usually recommended over a shower head that may be difficult to reach.
Toilet seats can be fitted with riser inserts to allow someone less stress on their knees. Railings can also be installed on a toilet to make it easier for someone to use. Faucets in the kitchen and bathroom are available now that can be activated with a touch, which can be easier for someone who has less grip strength. In the kitchen, drawers can be installed that are easy to open and close with a single hand.
Climbing stairs can become more difficult with age, and stair lifts make it much easier for anyone who cannot climb stairs to be able to stay in their own home and have the ability to use a home as desired.
Lift chairs look like typical recliners and can be used to help someone get up or sit down without concern about falling or not being able to get up. Models of mobility scooters and power assisted wheelchairs are now available that can be used within a residence to allow someone greater mobility.
When traveling away from home, it can be helpful to have support like a cane, walker or wheelchair that reduces stress from walking or standing. There are many ways for someone to preserve their independence and have assistance to prevent injury and be safe in their own residence. Staying in a familiar surrounding and having the ability to care for themselves also improves the outlook of someone who is not as able. To learn more about Mcardle Surgical in Pittsburgh PA, Click Here.
