The month of May is dedicated to Older Americans

As a growing a evolving population, we have showed how we can extend a life and keep everyone healthier and stronger year by year. The proof is in the numbers.   In 1963, President John F. Kennedy met with the National Council of Senior Citizens which resulted in dedicating the month of May as Senior Citizens Month. This was done because they recognized that 17 million people had reached their 65th birthday, and very few programs existed to meet their needs as they aged. A change was made to accommodate a growing population and was projected to increase in number exponentially in the future. U.S. Census projections indicate that by 2050, 86.7 million people will be aged 65 or more years. This age group would comprise 21 percent of America's projected total population at that time. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter designated May as Older Americans Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of older persons to the enrichment and defense of America, particularly those who served in the military.       This year’s theme is “Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow.”  Older adults have a higher risk of injury, especially from falls, than other age groups. Use this month to create awareness of this critical safety issue. To bring this message to your community, the Administration for Community Living has a number of items to check out by clicking here . Visit the website for banners, logos, safety tip sheet and other materials to raise safety awareness and display the “Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow” message in your facility and at scheduled events.

May is Osteoporosis month, but what is Osteoporosis and who is affected?

Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones over a period of time and affects approximately 57 Americans, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation. The weakening and thinning of bones could put a person in risk of breaking bones or causing other skeletal issues. Most commonly women are usually affected after going through menopause because the cells in the body that is responsible for removing old bone are operating at a much faster rate than the cells responsible for rebuilding new bone and it is easily untreated because of its painless nature until a fracture occurs.

Though women of a certain age group are at higher risk, all are at risk for this disease. People tend to have a misguided interpretation of osteoporosis which is equated to frail and fragile bones affecting only the elderly and not the younger and active community. Osteoporosis affects a wide range of people and could quickly alter one’s lifestyle. Luckily this disease is treatable and treatment can help an individual maintain a healthy and active lifestyle without a high risk of fracture or interruption in activities.

Support the awareness campaign that was launched by the National Osteoporosis Foundation this May for National Osteoporosis Month. This campaign is entitled “Break Free from Osteoporosis” and it encourages people to learn the risk factors of the disease and make changes in their own life to build stronger bones.

 

Click here to learn more about this disease and the ways to reduce the chance of you getting osteoporosis or how to limit its affects.

Crutcheze helps recognize Occupational Therapy during the month of April

Occupational therapy is a important profession that helps people across the lifespan participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. Occupational therapist and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) approach is  holistic and customized approach to evaluations, interventions, and outcomes help a child with disabilities participate in school and in social situations, assist a person recovering from injuries to regain skills, aid an older adult to stay as independent as possible, and offer the specialized support and services to people of all ages and in all circumstances that only occupational therapy can provide. Occupational Therapy: Living Life To Its Fullest® is your professional brand. Help get the word out about this powerful message through your Promote OT products. - See more at: http://www.aota.org/Conference-Events/OTMonth.aspx#sthash.dFp04PVs.dpuf

Occupational therapy services typically include

• Customized treatment programs to improve one's ability to perform daily activities
• Comprehensive home and job site evaluations with adaptation recommendations
• Performance skills assessments and treatment
• Adaptive equipment recommendations and usage training
• Guidance to family members and caregivers. 

- See more at: http://www.aota.org/en/About-Occupational-Therapy/Patients-Clients.aspx#sthash.I1oJBM8E.dpuf

March Madness hits Crutcheze with NCAA Spirit Stickers

 

 

March Madness it coming and Crutcheze can help you represent your favorite team during the tournament. Crutcheze spirit stickers are now on sale for $4.99 for a sheet of 16-20 stickers. You can decorate anything! Crutches, notebooks, laptops, dorm doors, your car bumper- anything you can stick something to. Show off who you're rooting for during this years madness.

 

Find Crutcheze on facebook and twitter to follow all the new items added and deals given.

Crutcheze helps to raise aware for Colorectal Cancer in the month of March

Did you know that after the age of 50, your chance for Colorectal Cancer increases by 90%, but did you also know that this type of cancer is very treatable once caught at in early stage.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of deaths in the United States.

Colorectal cancer is a cancer that is of the rectum or colon the can show through symptoms that may include blood in or on the stool, stomach pain, aches, or cramps that do not go away and losing weight and you don’t know why. Precancerous polyps could also be a sign, but precancerous polyps and colorectal cancer do not always cause symptoms. You can be screened starting at the age of 50 and continue regular screens until the age of 75. People who are at higher risk are those who have this type of cancer in their family, those who suffer from inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis), or some types of genetic syndromes.

To learn more about colorectal cancer and how it can be screened for and prevented, please click the link to read more. This is a very treatable disease and can significantly reduce the amount of severe cases with the proper knowledge and resources.

 

http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/resources/features/ColorectalAwareness/

Jairos Medical Equipment brings a new flare to Coral Gables, Florida with Crutcheze accessories!

 

Jairos Medical Equipment is proud to carry a wide selection of innovative mobility products including Crutcheze crutch and walker accessories at their location in Coral Gables, Florida.

 

Positioned southwest of downtown Miami since 1988, the family-owned medical supply has been serving the local community and surrounding Miami-Dade County for decades. Jairos Medical Equipment recently added an updated dynamic to their sales approach, which is internet shopping.  Customers now have a choice to shop in store or online, with an option to ship most products worldwide.

 “What a great spot for Crutcheze products,” said Chris Vallese, Crutcheze COO. “Our bright, floral prints will complement the durable medical equipment Jairos Medical Equipment provides the community.  It is a great addition to Crutcheze dealer team because they are an established pillar of the healthcare community in south Florida.”

“We are excited to carry Crutcheze designer orthopedic products to benefit our growing community and to improve our customer’s comfort and mobility,” said Jairo Sandoval, Jairos Medical Equipment owner. “We are also excited to carry Crutcheze’s new line of rollator walker covers and pill boxes once they hit the shelves. They should quickly become a best seller in our area.”

About Jairos Medical Equipment:

Jairos Medical Equipment has been serving the Coral Gables community since 1988 and have grown exponentially over the years to maintain a high level of service for their expanding customer base. Jairos carries a wide range of medical supplies for all types of ailments and special situations. Their inventory consists of incontinence supplies, Shock Dr. Footwear, diabetic care products, respiratory equipment, sports accessories, daily living aides, mobility aides and durable medical equipment. Crutcheze crutch and walker accessories will join the large supply of quality aides that Jairos has to offer and customers have become acquainted with.   

Jairos Medical does accept Medicare and other insurance carriers to help further support their local community. Rentals for hospital beds, wheelchairs and scooters are also available for a weekly fee. Please use the contact information below for product and service inquiries, store hours, and driving directions.

About Crutcheze:

Crutcheze is the flagship brand of Zoetic Technologies, a leading manufacturer and online dealer of innovative crutch and walker accessories located in Colorado, USA.  We have been in business since 2003 manufacturing and selling durable medical equipment accessories, such as padded crutch covers, crutch bags, walker padded hand grips and walker bags that are considered to be exceptionally comfortable, stylish and affordable.  We use the most innovative materials and technology to produce our high quality products, which are designed by healthcare professionals and tested by independent testers to ensure the highest standards resulting in thousands of satisfied customers around the world. Crutcheze orthopedic products are sold online and through a worldwide dealer network of hospitals, medical clinics, pharmacies and medical supply stores.

Interested in learning more? Please use the following contact information:
prlog.org/12278414

Support National Wear Red Day on February 7th

This day in February is dedicated to the raise awareness for heart disease by people wearing the color red. The Heart Truth is a campaign sponsored by The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Health and Human Services, to raise awareness for heart disease.

Did you know that heart disease is the no. 1 killer of women in the U.S., claiming more lives than all forms of cancer combined and Hispanic women are likely to develop heart disease 10 years earlier than other women? 

Learn what the risks are and how you can improve your chances and avoiding this killer disease.

The campaign created and introduced the Red Dress as the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness in 2002 as a wakeup call for American women. The campaign expanded to all genders. “Going Red” is an easy way to put anything red on to show your support. Lets all join this campaign and “Go Red” on February 7^th.

Go to https://www.goredforwomen.org/ for more information.