msimmons, Author at Westside Medical Supply

Compression Therapy: The Basics

Medical Advancements occur everyday and create many new therapies for wound care that offer both pain relieve and more rapid healing. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association compression therapy is one of the most common tools used to help patients...

Tips to Understand Your 2017 Insurance Benefits

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Over the past several years, health insurance has become increasingly complicated. Understanding your benefits before you choose a plan is crucial and could save you unwanted and expensive surprises down the road. Here are several tips to help you understand your...

The Best Mobility Equipment for Accident Recovery

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Accidents and injuries during the winter months are very common. According United States Department of Transportation, 22 percent of all traffic accidents each year are weather related. Additionally, the National Floor Safety Institute reports that falls account for...

The U-Step II Walking Stabilizer: Improving mobility for those with Parkinson’s disease

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For those with Parkinson’s disease, mobility is often a challenge. With a high risk for falls, not only does a person dealing with Parkinson’s disease worry about the physical repercussions of an injury, but difficulties with mobility impact independence,...