Unmasking Different Types of Home Medical Equipment

Published by Steve Hedberg on September 9, 2010

There are many factors that can make getting around more difficult for the elderly, but arthritis is often one of the leading causes of limited mobility among seniors. This can make it very difficult to get around the home, as well as when shopping or out with the family.

To help make life easier for the elderly, there are many tools available, such as stair lifts, walk-in bathtubs, and, of course, lift recliners, which are designed to help reduce these sorts of risks, while improving accessibility in the home. It is important to understand how these devices work and what sorts of advantages they offer, when reviewing the different types of medical equipment available.