Raised toilet seats are divine inventions for those who have trouble bending to sit on a standard toilet seat.  These elevated devices are routinely prescribed for short term use upon hospital discharge, usually to accommodate fractures or post-hip replacements and knee surgeries.  Elderly individuals and those with chronic arthritis, hip pain,  knee pain, back pain or mobility issues [...]

The 2010 Winter Olympics start on February 12th and we are sure to see plenty of spills and thrills.  And though slips and falls are commonplace in the arena or on the slopes, they shouldn’t happen at home.  
It surprised me to learn that more than 1 million people in the U.S. experience a significant slip, trip or [...]

Medical supplies are desperately needed in Haiti.  Individuals, offices and medical facilities are being asked to donate medical supplies to their state and local churches and relief organizations for delivery to earthquake victims in Port au Prince and outlying areas.  Allegro is supporting this effort by offering discounted medical supplies and medical equipment to the public, nationwide.  
People are asking, [...]

Is your home safe for holiday guests?  If little Ian and grandpa Ray are visiting for a few days, or even just for Christmas dinner, there are simple precautions you can take to avoid the trauma of a holiday accident in your home.  
Prepare the house with these safety items to ensure your holiday memories are shiny and bright.  [...]

Sure the holidays are jolly, but let’s be honest . . . for most adults ’tis the season to be stressed out.  And if you’re traveling, you have an added layer of complexity.  Traveling with a disability or injury?  Yet another layer.  This year we suggest you gear up and travel smart so you can arrive at your destination [...]

Did you know that you can sit DOWN in the shower and UP in the tub without a remodel?  Refreshing news to those with limited mobility, balance problems, weakness . . . or gals who just want to sit down and shave! 
Seriously though, thousands of people every year are injured or killed by preventable falls in [...]

Allegro is celebrating ‘Patient Safety Week’, the week of March 9th, with an eye towards safety products for everyone, including patients. Besides making your life easier, many of these simple products will help avoid slip-n-falls, accidents and household injuries or even death.
Caregivers, we know that you’re exhausted most of the time and your job is [...]

Holiday cheer can become a holiday nightmare if you are ill-prepared for the needs of your overnight guests. 
For example, activities that we may take for granted – going up and down stairs, using the toilet, showering, getting in and out of bed, opening doors, etc. - can be difficult for older guests.  The addition of a few simple, temporary items [...]

Arthritis sufferers, MS patients, bedridden or recuperating patients, if you have difficulty moving about doing everyday tasks, why not get some help? Our bathroom assistance products can make life just a little easier for patients and caregivers while helping to maintain privacy and dignity.
Bathing Assistance
Showering and shampooing for immobile patients doesn’t have to be painful [...]