Archive for the ‘Skin Care’ Category

Sweet Feet: 3 Products to Help Your Dry or Cracked Skin

Our feet take a pounding.  Literally.  The result of hitting the ground repeatedly, wearing shoes, and sweat is often dry, callused, and rough feet.  Unlike the rest of the skin, our feet do not have oil glands, and therefore, rely on sweat to stay moisturized. Athletes tend to have cracked skin due to the amount [...]

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Posted by on April 5th, 2013 at 10:45 am
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Posted in Creams, Diabetic Skin Care, Uncategorized

Shhh… Bathing Wipes are the Secret to Easy, Sanitary Bed Baths

Rinse-Free bathing wipes have set new standards in the ease, comfort and simplicity of patient care. Whether you are a professional caregiver or caring for a loved one, a rinse-free bathing program can help reduce the risk of infection, improve skin health and maintain good patient hygiene. Compared to the traditional basin bath, rinse-free bathing [...]

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Posted by on March 19th, 2013 at 10:08 am
Posted in Bathing Wipes, Hygiene, Incontinence, Incontinence Products, Patient Care, Uncategorized

Put Your Best Foot Forward

It’s nearly time to get your toes out!  Anytime is a good time for proper foot care, but nothing screams HEALTHY louder than a pair of well-groomed feet sporting summer sandals.  Pretty feet may be born, but they go south quickly without attention.  And even if you’re not the sandal type, you’ll feel better year-round if your feet are [...]

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Posted by on June 8th, 2012 at 3:19 pm
Posted in Creams, Foot Care, Lotions, Personal Care, Skin Care, Uncategorized

How to STOP Foot Pain

Do your feet hurt?  It’s no wonder that foot pain and injury is so common with those 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 tendons, muscles and ligaments in each foot.  Allegro has a wide assortment of products to cure, remove or at least relieve foot pain caused by trauma, disease or both.  So raise your fallen [...]

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Posted by on February 15th, 2011 at 10:16 am
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Posted in Ankle / Foot, Ankle Pain, Arthritis, Conditions, Diabetes, Diabetic Skin Care, Diabetic Supplies, Foot Care, Foot Pain, Heel Spurs, Orthopedics / Orthotics, Pain Management, Personal Care, Plantar Fasciitis, Shoes, Skin Care, Walkers

Best Wipes for All-Over Skin Care

Face it, we live in a world of disposables.  And I say ‘hooray’ for those use-and-toss wipes that help us stay healthy, clean and sanitary.  Anything  pre-treated or pre-moistened with protection, moisture, anti-bacterials, that gets the job done fast is worth its weight in gold. While I’m at it, I’ll add a hearty ‘well-done’ to the makers of biodegradeable and flushable wipes.  If you [...]

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Posted by on January 18th, 2011 at 11:09 am
Posted in Bathroom Assists, Bedridden, Catheters, Conditions, Hygiene, Incontinence, Maternity Care, Ostomy Supplies, Patient Care, Personal Care, Personal Protection, Skin Care, Skin Condition, Toileting Aids, Wipes/Swabs

Most Popular Creams and Ointments

Maintaining healthy skin can be challenging for anyone, especially in the winter months, but even more so for caregivers and practitioners. Rashes, fungus, skin breakdown or the threat of skin tears are a constant battle and a true test of perseverence.   Skin Care is much easier with today’s ultra-formulated medical creams and emollient-rich ointments – available to consumers and caregivers without a [...]

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Posted by on January 10th, 2011 at 1:40 pm
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Posted in Barrier Products, Bed Wetting, Bedridden, Conditions, Creams, Dermal Ulcers, Diabetes, Diabetic Skin Care, Diabetic Supplies, Foot Care, General Interest, Hygiene, Incontinence, Infection Control, Medical Supplies Buyers Guides, Ointments, Ostomy Supplies, Patient Care, Personal Care, Skin Care, Skin Condition, Wound Care

Wound Care Products for Pressure Sores and Diabetic Ulcers

If you have a bedsore, diabetic ulcer or other dermal ulcer, or you are caring for someone who does, it is critical that you are receiving assistance or advice from a medical specialist.  Treating pressure sores (bedsores) and dermal ulcers can be challenging as these wounds heal slowly and must be attended to carefully.  Treatment plans includes everything from [...]

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Posted by on November 8th, 2010 at 2:09 pm
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Posted in Bedridden, Dermal Ulcers, Diabetes, Diabetic Supplies, Dressings, Hospital Discharge Favorites, Medical Supplies Buyers Guides, Patient Care, Pressure Reduction, Shoes, Skin Care, Wound Cleanser & Debridement

Best Selling Diabetic Supplies at Low Prices

AllegroMedical.com has been selling diabetic supplies online for more than a decade – offering huge savings to thousands of customers every day.  In fact, many people find our prices for diabetic supplies much lower than their insurance deductibles or co-pays.  Do the math!  Maybe we can save you some money. At AllegroMedical.com you’ll find the ’latest greatest’ along side the  [...]

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Posted by on October 19th, 2010 at 12:50 pm
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Posted in Ankle / Foot, Conditions, Diabetes, Diabetic Skin Care, Diabetic Supplies, Foot Care, Orthopedics / Orthotics, Personal Care, Skin Care, Skin Condition, Syringes, Uncategorized

Best Skin Care Brands

When it comes to intimate skin care products, there are several notable medical supply companies that make it their business to understand your condition and create solutions to improve your quality of life.  At-risk skin caused by incontinence, diabetes, infection, wounds, surgeries, dermal ulcers and other medical conditions can easily lead to much bigger problems [...]

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Posted by on September 21st, 2010 at 3:04 pm
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Posted in Barrier Products, Bedridden, Cleansers, Conditions, Creams, Diabetes, Diabetic Skin Care, Incontinence, Lotions, Ointments, Ostomy Supplies, Skin Care, Skin Condition

Shop by Body Part at Allegro Medical

Is your knee bothering you?  How about your thumb?  Perhaps you are having difficulties with your head . . . or maybe you want to know what your heart is doing.  Whatever the case we may have something to fix it, lift it, bandage it, monitor it or save it. Shop by Body Part is one of [...]

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Posted by on August 12th, 2010 at 5:12 pm
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Posted in Ankle / Foot, Ankle Pain, Arthritis, Asthma, Back / Abdominal / Hip, Back Pain, Carpal Tunnel, Crutches, Diagnostic Products, Elbow, Foot Care, Foot Pain, Headache, Heel Spurs, High Blood Pressure, Hip Replacement, Hygiene, Impotence, Knee Replacement, Oral Care, Orthopedics / Orthotics, Pain Management, Personal Care, Plantar Fasciitis, Skin Care