If you’re concerned about your senior loved one’s independence in daily activities and routines, assistive devices may help. As seniors age, personal care tasks such as getting out of bed and getting ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) states that over 2.5 billion people worldwide use assistive devices, and that number is likely to rise as the older population grows. Older people face unique ...

Falls are the leading cause of hospitalizations for seniors, which is less fun than a surprise party and twice as likely to land you in the ER. But don’t worry, turning your home into a ...

Assistive devices can help you perform daily tasks and live independently if you have a disability. There are many types of assistive devices, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, and apps to help you ...

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a form of inflammatory arthritis that can cause mild to debilitating pain and stiffness, often in the spine. Assistive devices can help improve a person’s quality of ...

Researchers from Nanyang Technological University Singapore and Tan Tock Seng Hospital have created a wearable assistive robot that prevents falls and assists in physiotherapy for the elderly. WHAT IT ...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) can affect a person’s vision, balance, muscle strength, and coordination. Some assistive devices, such as wheelchairs, canes, and motorized scooters, can help improve mobility ...

There’s still no dedicated, time-bound mechanism for replacing the devices a survivor needs to communicate with responders, ...