For many people, growing older means a decrease in mobility. Whether problems with mobility are caused by sore joints, fragile bones, or diseases like Parkinson’s or scoliosis, they can have very real effects on the way we live. Luckily, if you have difficulty with mobility, or are unable to walk or stand for extended periods of time, there are a wide range of mobility aids available to meet your needs and help you maintain independence and quality of life.
Cataracts, arthritis, wrinkled skin-- most of us assume these symptoms of aging are annoyances that serve no greater purpose. But a new study suggests they may be part of the body’s natural defense against cancer. How? It all has to do with senescent cells.
The holidays are just around the corner yet again. Many people find it difficult to shop for elderly loved ones. But fear not, JustWalkers.com is bringing back its annual Holiday Gift Guide. The guide is full of gift ideas for any price range. It includes several of our most popular mobility devices such as rollators and canes as well as our most popular mobility device accessories such as walker trays, cup holders, cane bags and more.
Do you sometimes find maintaining your mobility and balance a struggle? Are those knees just not what they used to be? Do you feel confined indoors by your limited mobility? If this is the case you may want to consider getting a mobility aid, such as a cane, to maintain your freedom and make your everyday life easier.
It’s estimated that up to 40% of nursing home residents experience a fall each year. For people over 65, falls are the most common cause of hospital visits and can lead to serious medical issues such as broken bones, decreased mobility, or in some cases death.
Typically, 30th wedding anniversaries are significant and memorable events. But Fred and Debbie Strubin never would’ve guessed theirs would be the day they rescued an elderly woman.
The world’s population is aging. And many countries—including Canada, France, India, Puerto Rico, and Ukraine—now legally require adult children to support their parents. In some countries these laws are more extreme than in others. For example, over half US states have such laws, but they’re not well known and usually not enforced.
The good news is the US economy is finally starting to recover. The bad news is, according to a new study, this may lead to an increased death rate among the elderly.
Transport wheelchairs are smaller and lighter than standard wheelchairs, making them a perfect mobility aid for travel and daytrips. Due to their small wheels, transport chairs can’t be self-propelled and instead need to be pushed from behind. When choosing a transport chair, there are several things you should keep in mind.
This October will be the 29th National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) and to celebrate, we’ll be putting the Medline Breast Cancer Awareness Rollator on sale. Not only does this rollator look awesome in bright pink, its manufacturer, Medline, is a major donor to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Every rollator sold raises awareness, and part of the proceeds are contributed to breast cancer awareness campaigns.
Many people believe video games are bad for you—they suck up your time, keep you indoors and inactive, and some would argue “rot your brain.” However, a new study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco shows that video games can sharpen the mental skills which sometimes fade as your brain ages.
