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Prevent Wheelchair Sores

by emp admin | Nov 30, 2015 | EMP, Health Care, Uncategorized, Wheelchair, Wheelchair Products

Unfortunately, for those in a wheelchair, avoiding sores (also known as decubitus ulcers) is an important aspect of an overall health plan. Skin breakdowns can lead to extended periods of time in bed waiting for healing and the truth is, the skin never fully returns...

Easier Movement of In-Bed Patients

by emp admin | Oct 31, 2015 | Cushions, EMP, Health Care, Mattress Accessories, Palliative Care

It can be argued that there is no job more difficult than that of a care-giver. Whether it’s a family member, a friend or a professional helping out, taking care of another person is challenging and anything to make that role easier is welcome. For those helping...

Extra Support after Hip Replacement Surgery

by emp admin | Sep 16, 2015 | Cushions, EMP, Health Care, Rehab Therapy

When pain medication, modified movements and specialized treatments can no longer ease the discomfort of an arthritic hip, hip replacement surgery may be the next step. Surgeons remove the hip joint and replace it with prosthetic components. It takes physical therapy...

Tetraplegic Student Beats Tough Mudder with an Impressive Off-Road Wheelchair

by emp admin | Aug 26, 2015 | Technology, Wheelchair, Wheelchair Products

Rob Camm, 21 has become the world’s first tetraplegic to take part in Tough Mudder – navigating the gruelling 12-mile course in an off-road wheelchair set on top of a quad bike he controls with his chin. Last month, he became the first tetraplegic in the...

Wheelchair Cushion Comparison

by emp admin | Jul 28, 2015 | Cushions, Wheelchair, Wheelchair Products

Essential Medical Products offers a variety of wheelchair cushions to suit long-term or short-term requirements. View our PDF Brochure for easy comparison of key considerations. Shape Series Wheelchair Cushions Shape, Visco Shape, and Gel Shape Cushion Designed...