Recent Senior Health Articles


Lift Chair Positions Described

Published by Steve Hedberg on December 27, 2008

People use lift chairs to help make it easier to stand and sit. They have been used for many years and are very popular. There are chairs designed to fit pretty much anyones body and they are divided into three basic categories: Two position lift chairs, Three Position Lift Chairs, and Infinite Position Lift Chairs.

Find out what these categories mean in this post.

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Lift Chair Safety Concerns

Published by Steve Hedberg on December 22, 2008

Lift chairs are used everyday by millions of people worldwide. Used for more than twenty years, these chairs can greatly improve safety, without sacrificing independence.

When shopping for a chair, it is very important to find one that is designed to fit your body type. Failing to do so can actually be dangerous, but thankfully, there is a lift chair that is designed to fit the needs of virtually every body type.

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Many Worried about Changes to Medicare

Published by Steve Hedberg on December 15, 2008

Changes set to take effect in January have some Medicare recipients worried. These changes will effect the way oxygen machines are covered, specifically effecting those who have been using oxygen machines for over three years.

However, top Medicare Officials state that there is no need for concern.

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Understanding Medicare and Lift Chairs

Published by Steve Hedberg on December 4, 2008

Today, there are millions of Americans that are on Medicare. Medicare is a program offered by the Federal Government to ensure that citizens that are over sixty-five, or those that suffer from certain diseases, are able to receive affordable medical care. Many things are covered, including hospital stays, prescription medicine, and some types of durable medical equipment.

Durable medical equipment covers many types of home mobility aids. Things like adjustable beds, oxygen equipment, glasses, and wheelchairs fall into the category of durable medical equipment. Lift chairs also fall into this category, but are only partially covered.

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