When caring for incontinence, one of the most important things to consider is finding the right type and size of a disposable underpad. Underpads are available in various materials, but all serve the same purpose: absorbing moisture and preventing messes....
Dementia patients who try to leave their beds alone can be hazardous and lead to severe injuries. Bed alarms notify caregivers if their patients try to move about themselves, ensuring that the caregiver can keep their patients safe. The alarm...
There's good reason to fear fall-related accidents by seniors, individuals with dementia, and mobile-restricted people. Whether willingly or unwillingly, they might attempt to egress from their bed, stand up from their chair, lose their balance, and fall. This can result...
In a previous post, we overviewed the two primary ways caregivers can protect their loved ones and patients from accidental falls. They were: Fall Prevention Mats Bed Alarm for Dementia Patients. Now, let's dive deeper into the subject to discuss the...
There's nothing scarier than having your loved ones or patients trip as they attempt a walk about or fall out of their bed or seat. But standing by their side 24/7 isn't a practical option either. Below we will present...
Recently at ProHeal, we've been writing about bariatric beds and the different types of bariatric mattresses we sell. Yet mattresses are only one type of bariatric geared product. Bariatric patients can also benefit from a bariatric wheelchair cushion that they can use in bariatric...
Previously, we wrote a post describing what a bariatric bed is used for and its unique benefits and uses. The post compared a bariatric bed vs. hospital bed and informed our readers why they might need a bariatric hospital bed. Now that...
The common question is, what are bariatric beds used for? Or in other words, what is a bariatric bed? Now, while the answer might seem obvious, a hospital bed mattress befitting a bariatric patient, the details of that mattress can...
Incontinence definition is the lack of voluntary control over urination or defecation, and it can be a messy matter. If you are caring for a loved one that experiences bowel or urinary incontinence, incontinence supplies are essential. There are many...
