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2. Patient lift - Wikipedia

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   A patient lift (patient hoist, jack hoist, Hoyer lift, or hydraulic lift) may be either a sling lift or a sit-to-stand lift.This is an assistive device that allows patients in hospitals and nursing homes and people receiving home health care to be transferred between a bed and a chair or other similar resting places, by the use of electrical or hydraulic power.

3. 8 Must-Have Assistive Devices for the Elderly - AOL

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   2. Button hook. This type of assistive device is great for seniors with arthritis, fine motor impairment, or reduced dexterity.. The simple tool features a hook and wire design and an ergonomic ...

4. Lift chair - Wikipedia

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   The report was stimulated by an increase in lift chair claims between 1984 and 1985 from 200,000 to 700,000. A New York Times article stated that aggressive TV ads were pushing consumers to inquire about lift chairs and, once consumers called in, a form was sent to them for their physicians to sign. Some companies would ship lift chairs before ...

5. Assistive technology - Wikipedia

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   Assistive technology (AT) is a term for assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities and the elderly. Disabled people often have difficulty performing activities of daily living (ADLs) independently, or even with assistance. ADLs are self-care activities that include toileting, mobility (ambulation), eating ...

6. I Swear, These Microcurrent Devices Are Like An Instant Face-Lift

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   The best professional microcurrent devices for home use in 2024, per dermatologist and our editors, give an instant face lift or are used on the body for pain.

7. Stair lift - Wikipedia

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   A stair lift is a mechanical device for lifting people, typically those with disabilities, up and down stairs. [1] For sufficiently wide stairs, a rail is mounted to the treads of the stairs. A chair or lifting platform is attached to the rail.