Woman sleeping soundly with CPAP machine.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the main treatment for sleep apnea, a breathing condition that affects thousands of people. This treatment is quite effective but adjusting to it is a daily struggle for the people who have to use a CPAP mask every night. The good news is that accessories like an apnea pillow

Elderly Couple under a blanket.

The demand for weighted blankets for adults has been on the rise. Weighted blankets are popular for their role in helping people sleep. For this reason, they have been a savior for people with anxiety, stress, ADHD, insomnia, and other sleep disorders. Apart from sleep disorders, weighted blankets help relieve your pain and lift your mood. If you

aged hand grabbing a bathroom safety rail

Adding safety measures to the bathroom is highly recommended for family members and guests of all ages.  A standing shower handle is a great safety feature that can prevent accidental falls and will also encourage stability and confidence for seniors getting in and out of the shower. The handle can be a useful tool in

Constipation is when bowel movements are not enough to let the stool pass through the intestines. Constipation is defined as a lack of more than three bowel motions per week. Every human being has a pattern of bowel movements that is unique and ordinary. Some people experience bowel movements twice or thrice a week, while

Overbed tables may be more of a necessity than a luxury for seniors who spend much time in bed. Aging can come with various health issues that might cause an individual to be restricted to their bed. Some health issues include arthritis, knee pain, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, or surgery. It’s easier to enjoy

As people age, health problems get more severe, and the recovery process becomes longer. Walking around becomes difficult to impossible for the old with severe illness or after extensive surgery. Accidents resulting in a severe injury might lead to months of immobility and discomfort. The luxury of moving around is hindered for such adults. Therefore,

overhead view of senior woman sleeping in bed

Many factors cause urinary incontinence, or the inability to control one’s bladder, which is common among the elderly, resulting from diabetes, certain drugs, menopause, or an enlarged prostate. According to the National Association for Continence, more than 25 million individuals in the United States have bladder leakage daily. Incontinence is a source of shame for

adult diaper held up my woman's hands

Everyone is familiar with what diapers are, but people usually associate them with babies. Diapers, however, aren’t just for babies. Adult diapers come in various styles and sizes, and they are available in a variety of colors. An adult diaper can also be termed as “briefs” or “incontinence products.” Incontinence supplies can be of two

person stepping on a blue shower mat

Shower Mats: Why Are They Important? After a long day, a well-designed bathroom can provide a sense of serenity and relief, a true oasis of self-care. However, a good bathroom design combines functionality with style, which is not easy. A shower mat, also known as a bath mat, offers a non-slip surface for stepping on

person applying antifungal powder to their heel

Fungal infections are common in various parts of the world. Fungal infections arise in humans when an invading fungus takes over a body region too large for the immune system to manage. Fungi may exist in the air, soil, water, and plants, among other places. You may also find some fungi naturally in the human

two eldery people wearing adult bibs

What are Bibs? Bibs are another big B’s that every parent requires, alongside bottles, bodysuits, and blankets. Although purchasing and using these mealtime essentials may appear simple, the baby bib game has evolved significantly. The word “bib” is thought to derive from the verb bibben, which has been recorded in English since 1580, “to drink”