You and Health

Adhering to a regimen of regular physical activity is a key to long term health. The American Heart Association reports that regular exercise helps control weight, lower blood pressure and decreases the chances of heart disease and stroke. Many people faithfully pursue their exercise programs, but it should be understood that there are risks with any physical activity. When considering the type of exercise that will be performed, many participants will find that there are medical supplies available that will reduce risk and provide many benefits to their program.

Exercise can create stress on the joints and muscles. Low-impact exercises, such as swimming, bicycling and walking, are great ways to reduce the strain created in physical activities. Many people still may experience discomfort in areas of the body. Through the use of wraps and braces, they can still pursue an exercise program and prevent discomfort and injury. These types of medical supplies provide additional support to areas like the knees, ankles or other weight-bearing joints. Read more…

Any time someone undergoes a surgical procedure that leaves him or her with a stoma, it turns into a very delicate situation very fast. After all, a stoma is an opening in someone’s skin and it can be extremely dangerous to have that opening exposed and it is especially dangerous to get any sort of bacteria into the opening. Whether that hole is in the urinary system or in abdomen, a stoma should be very well taken care of. Taking care of your own stoma, or of your loved one’s stoma, is easy as long as you have patience and the right medical supplies to get the job done.

The first thing that you will need is soap because you want to make sure your hands are extremely clean before you get near the opening. You will need a really good medical soap because not using hands that are clean enough could give the ostomy patient an infection and that is the last thing that you want to happen. There are plenty of wonderful aloe soaps available from medical supplies distributers and they are top of the line for cleaning your hands. When you are washing your hands make sure to clean the front, backs, and in between your fingers for the best results. Read more…

Let’s talk about a topic that nobody wants to.  Urinary incontinence.   It’s not a pleasant thought but, for some people, it’s a way of life.  If happens, deal with it.   Used often by older males who are suffering from Alzheimer’s or recovering from surgery, catheters can also be useful for males who will be away from restrooms for an extended amount of time, such as hunters, hikers or for the hardcore fans at sports games when you don’t want to miss any of the action.  For any of these reasons and more, a condom catheter is a choice that needs to be considered.

If you yourself are suffering from or simply caring for a person with a medical condition, then medical supplies are something of great concern.  You want to make sure that you’ve chosen the best option that there is.  Condom catheters have a lot of high points about them that take them to the top of the list. Read more…

Though relatively inexpensive, bedside drainage bags are high use items among those with severe incontinence. It is not uncommon to have to use multiple drainage bags a day. For this reason many caregivers, especially those who take care of their loved ones in their homes, often wonder if it is sanitary to reuse the bags. Though the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) frowns on the reuse of catheters (it actually says not to reuse them) the jury is still out on whether reusing beside drainage bags is good or bad. Because of ambiguous policy on this front, many caregivers turn to manufacturers of incontinence medical supplies for advice on bag reuse.

Manufacturer Recommendations for Bedside Drainage Bags Read more…

What are the most important medical supplies for caretaking?  We never stop to think that every hospital, medical facility and nursing home we go to must be stocked with new products on a regular basis.  Once we take on the challenge of caring for a loved one at home, we fully understand the financial needs of caretaking.  These products can be expensive.

What are some of the most common medical supplies for caretakers taking care of a sick or elderly patient?  It really depends on the condition and or the disability involved.  Some patients may suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or may suffer from incontinence.  If this is the case then adult diapers, protective underwear and washable pants are commonly recommended.  Additional hygiene products include bathing aids, toothettes and eating bibs.  Gloves may be necessary for clean up, including latex, fake latex (for allergies), vinyl and Nitrile gloves.  These types of supplies may also encompass diagnostic gadgets cream or respiratory therapy items. Read more…

Everyone is looking for ways to save money today, and buying online is one way to save on many different types of products and services. If you regularly buy medical supplies that you need to treat a specific condition, you can buy them for less online. You can also rely on Internet medical supply companies for savings on household items related to health care.

There is one main reason it costs less to purchase everything from diabetes management supplies to cold and flu remedies and band-aids when you buy online. Online retailers do not have the overhead costs associated with traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Read more…