Disposable Products vs. Laundry Departments

Author admin Posted on March 24, 2010March 24, 2010Categories DisposablesTags , , ,

The Truth About Where Hospitals Save Money This question is largely dependent on the size of a hospital, and the short answer is that larger hospitals (who can afford an entire laundry department) sometimes save money by using non-disposable products. But as labor prices increase (especially with the rising cost of health insurance) even the larger hospitals benefit from switching to disposable products. What do the numbers on disposable products say? So let’s look at some numbers. Between 2002 and … Continue reading “Disposable Products vs. Laundry Departments”

Taking Care Of Your Feet

Author admin Posted on March 18, 2010March 18, 2010Categories FootwearTags

Foot care involves taking special steps to avoid foot problems such as sores, cuts, bunions, and calluses. Good care includes daily examination of the feet, toes, and toenails and choosing shoes and socks or stockings that fit well. People with diabetes have to take special care of their feet because nerve damage and reduced blood flow sometimes mean they will have less feeling in their feet than normal. They may not notice cuts and other problems as soon as they … Continue reading “Taking Care Of Your Feet”

Benefits of Diabetic Socks

Author admin Posted on March 18, 2010March 18, 2010Categories SocksTags , ,

Did you know that many diabetes patients have some sort of nerve damage? And nerve damage with poor circulation causes more foot damage to diabetics than any other factor. This is why diabetic socks are an important form of foot care for diabetes patients. Blood Flow and Diabetic Socks When a person has diabetes, the blood vessels in their legs become narrow and cause poor circulation. This is commonly called Peripheral Arterial Disease or PAD. If the blood can’t circulate … Continue reading “Benefits of Diabetic Socks”

Benefits of Washable Bed Pads

Author admin Posted on March 17, 2010Categories Bed PadsTags , ,

Urinary incontinence is a common, yet embarrassing malady that can occur for any number of reasons. While in most cases it is treatable, the duration of the ailment can leave those afflicted with serious self-esteem problems, and drastically affect the actions and decisions on a day-to-day basis in most social situations. The most common form of incontinence management is through the use of absorbent products, such as a washable bedpad. Typically used in conjunction with adult diapers and absorbent undergarments, … Continue reading “Benefits of Washable Bed Pads”

Benefits of Disposable Bedpads

Author admin Posted on March 16, 2010March 16, 2010Categories Bed PadsTags , , , , ,

Used often along with an absorbent undergarment of some kind, disposable bed pads are useful in managing adult urinary incontinence by preventing wetness from penetrating through a mattress or box spring (which permanently stains the fabric). A furtive method to use when dealing with a rather embarrassing condition, disposable bed pads are a quick and easy way to avoid unfortunate accidents beyond a person’s control especially while sleeping in someone else’s lodgings. Disposable bed pads can also be used in … Continue reading “Benefits of Disposable Bedpads”

Choosing Adult Bibs

Author admin Posted on March 16, 2010March 16, 2010Categories Adult BibsTags , , ,

As one advances in years, the need for additional assistance with once simple tasks becomes increasingly necessary. Even the simple act of feeding oneself starts to become a chore, perhaps from the result of arthritis making the use of utensils neigh-impossible. Many elderly eaters face the troubling aspect of being unable to cease a perpetual ‘trembling’ of their mouths, making the eating of food quite messy. The use of an adult bib can spare people much embarrassment from unsightly food … Continue reading “Choosing Adult Bibs”