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While gait trainers can look similar to walkers, pediatric gait trainers provide more specialized support for kids who don’t have the functional skills to walk or the posture control to walk with a walker. Gait trainers come in all shapes, designs, and sizes, but in this blog we’re focusing on gait trainers for kids. There are numerous health benefits to being able to stand, and even more benefits from walking. Pediatric gait trainers help kids who aren’t currently able to stand and/or walk on their own gain the strength (bones and muscles), balance, coordination, and skills to reap t...
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If you have ever suffered from dry eyes, you know how irritating and painful the condition can be. Whether your case of dry eyes is mild or severe, TranquilEyes can help! TranquilEyes goggles use moist heat to soothe eyes and relieve them of itchiness and fatigue. Simply soak the included moisture pads in hot water, place them in the eye covers, and wear the TranquilEyes goggles for at least 20 minutes (45 for severe dry eyes). TranquilEyes is ideal for anyone who deals with dry eyes due to normal aging, use of contact lenses, LASIK surgery, extended computer use, medical conditions, or sim...
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Did you know December and January are when gyms sell the most gym memberships? The most popular New Year resolutions are weight loss and to get in shape, and many of us (I know I have tried this) assume that buying the gym membership will be enough motivation. Sometimes it even works, but rarely for very long. Instead, here are some easy ways to get motivated to lose weight (and then stay motivated once you’ve started!): Be nice to yourself. One of the hardest parts is admitting and then deciding to lose weight so congratulate yourself for doing that! The negative records that play in ...
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With the holiday season gearing up into full swing, most of us are more concerned about how big of a turkey (and then tree) to get than we are about our flexible spending account through work. Financial experts will tell you that is a big mistake – if you have a medical flexible spending account (FSA) through your employer and you don’t use that money by the end of the year then you’ll lose it. That’s right – use it or lose it. This is also the time of year for open enrollment for employee benefits, so if you haven’t been taking advantage of your ability to save through a FSA...
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Anyone suffering from incontinence problems knows that it is hard to lead a normal, day-to-day without feeling anxious.  Individuals with incontinence issues have fears about leaking onto furniture or having their portable urinals leak while traveling.  Fortunately, products have been designed to help combat fears and allow these incontinent individuals to feel confident, regardless of where they are. The Ursec Spill Proof Urinal is designed with an innovative anti-reflux system that is spill-proof and features stain-resistant plastic.  This large, clear urinal is available in either mal...

heart attack painSome of the most frightening moments in life can cause the most panicked reactions. Imagine yourself in a situation where the heart of a loved one has stopped beating, their air intake minimizes, their consciousness is fading. How would you react? You have never taken a CPR class, the only memories you have of situations like these take you back to your high school Health class. Time is running out, and your loved one needs your help. Is there anything that can help you?

As grim as this situation may sound, this does happen. Unless you are prepared, the worst outcome can happen.  We at ActiveForever care about our customers, we want to ensure that things like this never arise in anyone’s life, and if it does, we want them prepared. It is for this exact reason that we carry the Philips HeartStart Home Automated External Defibrilator. Read more

posturetekIf your goal is to improve your posture, typically the solution is a posture support or brace. Most times posture supports are uncomfortable (which typically means they are working), which can lead the user to give up on the support before it has had time to be effective. Read more

3m n95 cdc maskWho is NIOSH? The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) coordinates with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to address national health needs associated with preventing the spread of swine flu and providing information to workers and employers.

What does N95 Mean? The N95 designation is an efficiency rating that means the mask blocks about 95% percent of particles that are 0.3 microns in size or larger.

What is a Micron? Normally particles greater than 5 microns fall out of the air.  Particles 1 – 5 microns in diameter can enter upper airways 0.1 – 1 micron particles can enter lower lungs and alveolar ducts Read more

Have you ever missed a call because you could not hear the phone over the television? Whether you are hearing impaired and need your TV to be loud, or you are watching a movie on your home theater, it can be difficult to hear the phone ringing, especially when you are really focused on your program. Read more

An oxygen concentrator is a medical device that people use to provide oxygen therapy so that they can breathe substantially higher concentrations of oxygen than what’s normally available in the air. Oxygen Concentrators are used as a safer, less expensive, and more convenient alternative to tanks of compressed oxygen.

Ideal for use while traveling or at home, the Invacare XPO2 Portable Oxygen Concentrator is a lightweight and compact portable oxygen concentrator that can be used for oxygen therapy. Read more

3m n95 niosh approved respirator surgical mask 1870With the H1N1 “Swine” Flu spreading rapidly, and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommending the use of N95 Respirator Masks by sick individuals and medical professionals, companies across the nation are finding themselves backordered on variations of the 3M N95 Respirator Face Masks.

As 3M is a recognized brand name, everyone from government organizations to privately owned businesses have purchased 3M N95 Masks by the thousands, leaving many waiting on future orders. But is the 3M brand name an absolutely necessity when looking for H1N1 flu protection? Read more

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