Restaurant Menu challenges solved!

No I'm not talking about what to order.  I'm referring to the problem I always have in a dark restaurant.  Even with my glasses I can't read the menu!  I've tried using the light from my cell phone, but that doesn't work very well.  It keeps turning off just when I need it, and I hate to run the battery down in case I need it later.   Even with my glasses and the right light, I still regularly run into printing that is so small I can barely read it.  We call that "Mice type" in my family.

There is a better way!

Take a look at the Pop Light Magnifier pictured below.  This little gem has a 2" x 2" magnifier lens.  It magnifies everything 2X so that even the smallest text on the menu is readable.  The lens slides into its protective case when not in use, so it won't get scratched in your pocket or purse.  Push the buttons on the side of the case and it pops right up.  Best of all it has an LED light built right in to brighten up the page without obstructing your view.  It fits neatly in your pocket or purse, so just pull it out and you can read that miniature description completely and easily.  Best of all - It's only $9.99.  Less expensive than ordering an entree that you don't like!  

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Compression Socks Can Make You Crazy - Chapter 2

My last post introduced you to a great way to put compression socks on, but lots of people struggle to take them off also.  Skin can be tender under these socks, so dressing sticks and other long handled items just are not a good choice.  Getting the socks down to your ankle is the easy part.  Finding something to help get them past your heel is the real trick.  We've got just the thing to make removing your socks much less of a hassle.  Its called Sock EEZ and you won't believe how simple and effective this item is.   Take a look at these photos of it in action:

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Sock EEZ is made from a smooth rigid polymer.  It is thin but strong at the bottom, with a more hefty grip area and wrist strap up at the top.  It has a small lip on the outer edge which catches the top edge of the sock as you gently insert it between your skin and the compression sock (Upper left).  It takes very little effort to push the sock down to your ankle (Upper right).  Its clever half twist curved shape then comes into play down near your heel.  As you slide the sock down your calf the half twist in the shape allows you to easily work the tip of the Sock EEZ under your heel (Lower left).  Once you have the tip under your heel, its simply a matter of "Point your Toe and Off Socks Go".    It really is a dramatic improvement over any other method of removing compression socks. 

Don't let compression socks make you crazy
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Compression Socks can make you crazy!

There is no denying it, compression socks help a lot of people.  That being said, I hear stories about people who really struggle to get them on and off.  One friend of mine told me that her father was sleeping and showering with them on because he simply couldn't bear to fight with getting them on and off.  That doesn't sound very good to me.

Fortunately there are a couple of really simple devices that can help make getting into and out of even the strongest compression hosiery a much less painful task.

Getting them on is greatly simplified by our Compression Sock Donner pictured below:

This frame is a big improvement over donning gloves and metal racks for several reasons   1) Your can load the sock onto this frame while it sits on your lap or table.  That's a big advantage for somebody with a stiff back or limited mobility.   2) As you can see from the picture there is no bending all the way down to your toes like there is with donning gloves.  Just grip the handles and gently pull up.  3 ) The plastic frame has no weld spots or flaking chrome plating which can snag and ruin your delicate compression socks.  4) This frame breaks down into 3 pieces so you can easily take it with you.  5)  There is special guide channel for your heel so that the sock and your foot remain in alignment while you are pulling the sock up.    This prevents the frustrating experience of struggling to put your socks on, only to find that they are on cockeyed and now in addition to struggling to put them on, you've got to struggle to take them off!  

This Compression Sock frame will take the struggle out of you morning ritual.  It's made by Maddak one of the country's leaders in aids for daily living and is only $39.99.  Check in out at: 

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Who knew socks could be such a pain?

A couple of years ago I strained my back lifting something.  It wasn't really that heavy, I just wasn't paying attention and didn't use my legs as I lifted.  I felt a little zing in my lower back and knew right away that I had strained it.  I figured it would be better in a few days and didn't think too much of it.  Instead of getting better it stayed stiff and got more uncomfortable.  Getting up in the morning was the worst.  After a week of feeling achy and stiff when it should have gotten better, it got worse. I woke up one morning and couldn't manage to reach down far enough to put my socks on.  Instead of recognizing the warning sign and laying back down,  I had my wife put my socks on because I couldn't bend enough to reach down to them.  My back called a "time out" about 10 o'clock that morning and I ended up laying on the floor of my office, because I couldn't stand up.  It took some meds and bedrest to get me back in the game.  I could really have used a little sock magic during that time. 

Lots of people have difficulties with their back.  It doesn't matter whether its from an injury, or illness, its still really tough to get going in the morning when your back is "out".  Putting on socks is one of the toughest dressing chores when your back is stiff.  It can also be tough to put them on if you have knee or hip challenges.

One of the simplest and most effective ways to work around this challenge is to use a little magic - Sock Magic that is.  This handy little device doesn't look like much, but let me tell you, it's exactly what you need when your back won't let you reach your toes.

 

Sock Magic!

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The white outer surface is a terrycloth with a nice thick nap.  The inner blue surface is a slippery nylon.  Sandwiched in between is a flexible plastic board which holds the shape of the device.  To use it one simply rolls sock magic into a barrel and slips their sock over the three fingers and up the body of the device.  Once the sock is in place the user holds both straps, and flops Sock Magic on the floor in front of their toes.  Point your toes, wiggle them into the sock while at the same time gently pulling back on the straps.  Your sock will slide up your foot, over your heel and up your calf just like magic!   It really works very well, and its inexpensive.  I've given them to several people with back challenges and they all think they are wonderful.

Put a little magic in your morning routine with  Sock Magic!  You'll be glad you did. 

You don't have to put up with leaks

It's not a fun subject to think about or discuss publicly, but lots of older adults struggle with incontinence. The fallout of leaks and accidents can lead to withdrawal, embarrassment, and social isolation.  Worse yet a number of skin problems can occur when ineffective products allow waste to remain in contact with skin.  Lots of products are available in most big box retailers, but the vast majority of them are focused more on price than they are on performance.

Fortunately Tranquility Products has spent over 40 years testing and perfecting solutions for incontinence.  Tranquility has developed their unique "Peach Mat" absorbent material.  It is a patented composite structure of tissues, super absorbent polymers, cellulose, and liquid dispersing materials.  This amazing material not only locks liquid away from skin, but also neutralizes the pH of urine to eliminate smell and reduce bacteria.  

Tranquility brand products are tested for absorbency in a way few other manufacturers test.  Most companies simply dunk their products in a test solution and weigh how much has been absorbed after the product has completely swelled up (a test called free swell capacity).  This test doesn't really have much to do with real world performance.  A product that is under pressure (like when you are sitting or laying on it) simply doesn't hold the same amount as one in free swell.  Tranquility goes one step further by spinning their products in a high centrifuge for several minutes.  This puts pressure on the product and forces out any liquid that isn't really locked in tight.  They call the result a garments Capacity Under Pressure.  This type of test is used on all Tranquility and Select products to accurately reflect how they will perform in real world situations.  When Tranquility says its Premium OverNight Disposable Underwear will absorb an amazing 34 Ounces of liquid you can believe it will not only absorb that much, but also will hold it all in when you sit down or roll over in the night!  

These fine products are not available at big box retailers.  Tranquility provides them through a network of carefully chosen dealers.  HomeHelp Products is proud to provide these products to the public.
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