People with incontinence (urinary or fecal) tend to have excessive moisture build up around their buttocks, hips, and genitals. Skin irritations are caused by excessive moisture. Caregivers and users of incontinence products should be on the lookout...
People with medical heat intolerance conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS) can feel their symptoms become worse when their body temperature increases. Many people can feel much worse by just a half degree difference...
What are pressure ulcers? Pressure ulcers also referred to as bedsores or pressure sores, are skin and tissue injuries caused by prolonged pressure to the skin. Pressure ulcers are commonly found on the “bony” parts...
Adult briefs and protective underwear are used by many of the 25 million Americans suffering from incontinence.1 Our landfills receive 18 billion disposable diapers every year of which disposable diapers account for 1.5% of...
In the spinal cord injury (SCI) population bladder cancer incidence is around 3% versus the less than 1% in the general population. Although bladder cancer typically is 100 times more likely in SCI individuals,...
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects approximately 2.5 million people Worldwide and 400,000 in the US. 1 Women are more often diagnosed with MS, and first symptoms tend to strike during your prime years of life. ...
The cause of MS is still a mystery. One current theory links MS to lack of sunlight exposure. Tampa Bay Times - Annette Funicello, who died last week at age 70 of complications from multiple...
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...
Proper nutrition isn't always easy to maintain, even if you are eatin' your greens. But it is more important than you might imagine when it comes to feeling energized and focused. Kids and adults alike - especially...
Being confined to bed can be tough on both the patient and the caregiver. The good news is that there are bedridden aids that make daily care much easier on everyone. Whether it's a long-term illness, short-term bed...
