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There are a number of reasons why you may need to purchase a hospital bed for at home use. At-home hospital beds are great for recovering patients who no longer need to stay in an actual hospital and can make life easier for the patient as well as their at home caregivers. ActiveForever has taken on a new line of hospital beds that are designed for convenience and comfort. These adjustable bed frames have 4 positions and can help increase circulation and breathing capacity while still managing to be easy to use and extremely comfortable. These adjustable bed frames come equipped with a hand...
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Do you know how dirty your toothbrush actually is? Toothbrushes are commonly stored in the most unclean room in the house, the bathroom. Any amount of moisture left on a toothbrush can quickly become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. We certainly can’t forget about the particles thrown around the room every time the toilet is flushed. Using a dirty toothbrush may lead to both common and sever illness. Don’t give up hope though; the Zapi is here to keep sanitize your toothbrush for each use. The Zapi UV Toothbrush Sanitizer is a toothbrush sanitizer that uses a germicidal UV lig...
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Getting in and out of the bath tub can become progressively more difficult and dangerous as we get older. Grab bars are great, but only help so much. Shower chairs get the job done, but they don’t help with a bath. Luckily, Sterling has created a great bath lift to raise and lower the user into a nice relaxing bath. The Sterling 311 Bath Lift is a great solution for anyone having trouble getting into and out of their bath tub. The lift is operated with a simple three-button waterproof hand controller that allows the user to raise or lower themself into or out of the tub. Installation is ...
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Now a part of Covidien, Kendall originally started as a gauze manufacturer in 1940. The Kendall brand now produces a wide variety of medical dressings and devices. World War I brought a high demand for Kendall’s KERLIX rolls, once the war was over, demand for gauze rolls died down and Kendall decided it was time to branch out into other products. Kendall is now a leading provider in wound dressings; you have probably seen or used a KERLIX bandage without even realizing it. KERLIX wound dressings are special because of what goes into them. Each dressing is made of 100% woven gauze which gi...
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As we get older some smaller things in life can turn into ordeals, even something as simple as holding cards during a game can be a hassle. A person should never have to lose their hobbies due to the aging process and these items are meant to help you keep going. Here are a few items designed to make the aging process a little more graceful. All of these products can be found online at www.ActiveForever.com The Handybar A Handybar is a device that hooks into the door of most cars to give you a handle for extra support when exiting a car. In addition to that, the Handybar also has a buil...
Put a Treadmill in Your Office
Posted by Eric Belisle

Why Would I Want a Treadmill in My Office?

Fitting a workout routine into your daily schedule can be tough; sometimes you don’t have time or motivation to go to the gym after work. You might try to get up early and go for a run, but you have to make sure that you aren’t late. It can really be a hassle, and everyone knows it just takes 1 excuse to break a workout routine. Well now there is a way that you can keep busy during your workout! The TrekDesk Treadmill Desk allows you to work out at the office while still getting work done. Treadmills in the office are nothing new, but now you can maximize productivity without sacrificing your body. With the TrekDesk, you get all the benefits of having a treadmill in your office without cutting into your day.

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How to Choose a Knee Brace
Posted by Eric Belisle

The knee is the biggest joint in the body. It is a system made up of cartilage, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. If you are involved any activity or sport which demand a lot from the lower extremities, you know a healthy knee is a big player in terms of articulation, agility, and stability.

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thermatexThe Thermotex Heating Pad, a heating pad that uses far infrared light to provide users with relief from pain, has been approved by the FDA. This approval came after careful consideration of the benefits of far infrared therapy and the positive effects that it has on the body.

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How to Relieve Neck Pain
Posted by Eric Belisle

neck-pain-reliefDoctors estimate 70% of American will suffer from a neck injury or neck pain at some point in their lives. Neck pain can stem from poor posture, over-exertion, stress or poor sleeping habits and can last for months and even years if not properly addressed.  Neck supports and braces can be used to counter the painful effects of neck strain, and there are many different devices available on the market today specifically made to relieve pain in the neck and shoulders.

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gripmasterRecently, I picked up the old six string again after a few years’ hiatus and was looking for an edge to getting back into rhythm.  Having a base knowledge proved helpful, but a lack of finger strength and calluses made the venture more difficult, so I purchased a Grip Master Hand Exerciser to help the process along.  Within a few hours, I could notice a difference.  My fingers were already more responsive and moved at a lighter flow, similar to a baseball player warming up in the batter’s box with a heavier bat so that his swing speed improves with his normal bat.

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tendoflexThe TendoFlex Core Strengthening and Flexibility Equipment is a unique flexibility and core strengthening system.  Designed to promote increased range of motion and muscle relaxation, this strengthening device allows users to perform a variety of exercises and stretches to increase mobility, reduce joint pain, muscle tightness, and back stiffness.

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