Tag: Texas Home Medical Equipment

Deciding Between Walkers and Wheelchairs

Choosing a mobility aid is an important decision—especially for people recovering from surgery, injury, or illness. Whether you’re new to using a mobility device or looking to switch to something better suited to your current needs, walkers and wheelchairs are two of the most common and effective options available. But how do you know which…

What’s the Difference Between Vertical and Inclined Platform Lifts?

Navigating different levels in a home or business can be challenging for individuals who use wheelchairs. Platform lifts provide a practical solution, offering a safe and efficient way to move between floors. But when it comes to choosing the right one, you’ll need to decide between vertical platform lifts and inclined platform lifts. Understanding the…

Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Mobility Scooter

Mobility scooters can greatly enhance independence and provide the freedom to move around with ease. With just over 6.8 million community-resident Americans using assistive devices to help with mobility, the demand for effective mobility solutions is higher than ever. However, choosing the right scooter can be overwhelming with so many options available. Asking the right…

The Many Benefits of Lift Chairs

Recliners, La-Z-Boys, and grandparent chairs are just a few names for Americas most comfortable seating. Unfortunately, these chairs have a negative connotation associated with them as they are typically regarded as medical chairs. However, these lift chairs are so much more than that. They aren’t just your grandpas La- Z- Boy anymore. In fact, they…

Will Your Lift Chair Be Covered by Medicare?

If you have trouble standing from a seated position, your doctor may have recommended a lift chair. A lift chair can be a lifesaver for those of us with limited mobility, but they can be expensive. Will your lift chair be covered by Medicare? The short answer, from the Medicare website: while Medicare won’t typically…

Four Ways to Prepare a Senior’s Home for Winter

As the autumn leaves drop along with the temperatures, it’s clear that winter is on its way. Is your senior loved one’s home ready for the change in season? Here are some ways to prepare a senior’s home for winter: Be prepared for emergencies When the roads are snowy and icy, it’s more difficult for…

Four Reasons to Get a Residential Elevator

Many seniors find that injury, balance issues, the need to use a wheelchair or just a general decline in energy make stairs tough (if not impossible) to manage. If getting up and down stairs isn’t as easy for you as it used to be, why not make life simpler? Here are the reasons why you…