Published by Steve Hedberg on August 26, 2008

Often times people who are afflicted by diseases that affect their mobility have trouble standing or sitting independently. These people often use lift chairs, which are a special type of recliner that lifts into the air to make it easier to stand or sit.

This article discusses these types of chairs, how they work, and how they are used. It can be a good idea to familiarize yourself with these types of concepts before you begin looking around for a chair to purchase.

Using a lift chair will greatly help to reduce the risk of an injury, which could easily occur from a fall.

Published by Steve Hedberg on August 19, 2008

People of all ages use lift chairs, but they are most commonly used by those over the age of 65. A lift chair makes it easy and safe to stand and sit, without requiring outside assistance.

Lift chairs come in many different shapes and sizes, but most resemble a traditional recliner like you find in most peoples living rooms. The two most popular manufacturers of lift chairs are Pride Mobility and Golden Technologies, both of which have been custom building lift chairs for over 20 years.

Published by Steve Hedberg on August 18, 2008

If you have difficulty standing or sitting on your own, then you might benefit from using a lift chair, but there are many different models available. It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the many choices, but, as is usually the case, if you understand a little bit about them, it is much easier to find a chair that will work for your individual needs.

This article provides a brief description of lift chairs and then describes the three different categories of lift chairs: 2-position lift chairs, 3-position lift chairs, and infinite position lift chairs.

Finding the right lift chair does not have to be overly complicated or difficult and by understanding what your options are, you should be able to make an educated decision on what type of lift chair is best for you.

Published by Steve Hedberg on August 4, 2008

Medicare is a type of insurance that is funded by the federal government. It is provided to American citizens who are over the age of 65 or those who have certain types of disabilities.

Medicare was signed into law by Lyndon B. Johnson on July 30, 1965. Over the past forty-three years we have seen many changes in Medicare and the way benefits are provided. This past month, several very important changes to Medicare Law took place with the passage of The Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, Bill H.R. 6331. With the passage of this Bill into Law, Congress sent a very clear message to the President.

Published by Steve Hedberg on August 2, 2008

Medicare is a type of health insurance that is available to American citizens who are over the age of 65 or disabled. Signed into law in the 1960′s, Medicare covers the cost of visits to the doctor, certain kinds of medical equipment, and hospital stays.

Traditionally Medicare plans have been administered completely by the federal government, but, starting in 1997, people eligible for Medicare where given the option to use private insurance companies. These plans, called Medicare Advantage plans, are directly administered by private insurance companies, but funded by Medicare.

This article discusses Medicare Advantage plans in more detail and explains their pros and cons.

Published by Steve Hedberg on August 1, 2008

Medicare currently covers the cost of some types of durable medical equipment. Among the many mobility aids covered are wheelchairs, mobility scooters, adjustable beds, lift lift chairs.

Medicare does not currently cover the complete cost of lift chairs. This article discusses what you can expect to receive from Medicare and also briefly explains why these lifting aids are covered in this manner.