Walkers
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Posted: December 23, 2013Categories: Knee, Dressing Aids, Grooming Aids, Leisure, Mobility Scooters, 3 Wheel Mobility Scooters, 4 Wheel Mobility Scooters, Infection Control, Hygiene, Kitchen Aids, Vision Aids, First Aid Kits, Dressings, Wound Cleanser & Debridement, Toileting Aids, Hot/Cold Therapy, Uncategorized, Patient Care, Wound Care, Bathroom Assists, Lift Chairs, Bedridden, Knee Replacement, Orthopedics / Orthotics, Personal Care, wheelchair accessories, Arthritis, Wheelchairs, Canes, Walkers, Raised Toilet Seats, Daily Living Aids, Around the House, Around the Office
You suffer from osteoarthritis and your knee pain is unbearable. After years of limited mobility and the inability to maintain an active lifestyle, you agree to have an orthopedic surgeon examine your knee. The surgeon determines you are a good candidate for a Total Knee Replacement (TKR). Most patients undergoing TKR are 50 to 80 years of age. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons a reduction of knee pain is experienced by more than 90% of TKR patients. Additionally, basic activities of daily living significantly improved.1 Preparation for your joint replacement will help ease the stress of major surgery. AllegroMedical.com provides 3 Tips to help you prepare for your Total Knee Replacement Surgery.
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Posted: April 24, 2013
Do you think YOU will need long-term care when you get older?
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Posted: March 21, 2013
As adults age, once simple tasks like sitting, standing, and walking can become more challenging, leading to a reduction in physical activity. Older adults should participate in safe and effective moderate physical activities to achieve an improved quality of life. Sadly, one-third of adults over the age of 50 lack physical activity in their daily lives. 1 Older adults living a sedentary lifestyle have reduced strength and balance which increases risk of falling2. Senior adults, age 65 and older, are at high risk for falls with one out of three seniors falling each year.3 Daily living aids are helpful tools that will keep you safe and moving independently. AllegroMedical.com presents five daily living aids to help you increase physical activity safely.
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Posted: October 25, 2012
A study funded by the National Institute Child Health and Human Development shows that anticholinergic drugs and onabotulinumtoxinA injections produce comparable results in women with urgency urinary incontinence. Choice of therapy, say the researchers, should take into consideration route of administration and adverse effect profiles.
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Posted: February 15, 2011
Do your feet hurt?
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Posted: December 06, 2010
The ability to get from here . . . to there . . . is practically the definition of independence. And Allegro offers hundreds of ways to get there, regardless of your ability. Just take a look at our large selection of canes, walkers, rollators, wheelchairs and mobility scooters!
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Posted: July 07, 2010Categories: Foot Pain, Wheelchairs & Scooters, Walking Assistance, 4 Wheel Mobility Scooters, 3 Wheel Mobility Scooters, Mobility Scooters, Walkers, Crutches, Canes, Wheelchairs, Travel Aids, Back Pain, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Quadriplegia, Stroke, Bedridden, Multiple Sclerosis, Arthritis, Paraplegia
Diminished mobility, temporary or otherwise, can be a real show stopper when it comes to your independence. The reality is, you don't need to miss another minute of your life because of mobility issues. Just ask any of the millions of wheelchair, mobility scooter, walker and cane users worldwide.
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Posted: May 18, 2010Categories: Daily Living Aids, Wheelchairs & Scooters, Walking Assistance, Travel Pillows, Transportation Comfort & Safety, Toiletries & OTC Medications, Mattress, Cushions, Seating, Recreation, International Travel, Home Comfort & Safety, Diabetes Travel Aids, 3 Wheel Mobility Scooters, Mobility Scooters, Gift Ideas, Walkers, Canes, Wheelchairs, wheelchair accessories, Diabetic Supplies, Stroke, Diabetes, Exercise / Fitness, Safety Products, Emergency Preparation, Paraplegia, General Interest, Travel Aids
Everyone deserves a vacation! But admit it . . . travel can be a pain, or completely impossible if you don't have the essentials for comfort, safety, convenience or mobility. Don't despair. Allegro has new and unique products to make your vacation not only possible but a whole lot easier and more comfortable. Great gift ideas too.
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Posted: May 05, 2010
A mobility scooter is an investment that should be made wisely. Take some time to research the various options and really make sure you're getting the scooter that makes the most sense for your lifestyle, size, and use.
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Posted: March 15, 2010
As released to the press today: