Stroke Products for Incapacitated Persons

People from all ages and walks of life can suffer from a stroke. Chances are that if you or a loved one has suffered from one, it’s likely that movement is severely limited. Thankfully, technology has become advanced enough to help those with movement deficits overcome the limited movement ability they have. Independent living products can and will help you in your stroke recovery, just believe in your ability to recover and have confidence in the technology ActiveForever offers that’s designed to help you.

 While many people use the computer for work and school, computer activity used to be non-existent after suffering a stroke. Because the dexterity required to type is not present, the NaturalPoint SmartNav 4 Hands Free Mouse is designed to enable one to use the computer hands-free. With subtle movements of the head, one is able to control commands on the computer that are equal to using hands. Additional accessories may also enable the patient to use an on-screen keyboard and foot pedals for mouse-like clicking. By regaining independence from using the computer, the stroke survivor is also able to gain confidence, which is an integral component of recovery

 Muscle atrophy is another common detriment for stroke survivors due to the limited ability to move. Cross-sectional area of muscle slowly deteriorates because blood flow is limited in unused extremities. The EMS 5.0 Electronic Muscle Stimulator is a machine that takes care of this problem. Being hooked up to it enables muscles to remain intact; promoting blood flow through electronic stimulation. Additionally, this machine can be used in variation so that one doesn’t become ‘overworked’ or stressed from the stimulation. The Motorized Mini Exercise Bike works in a similar manner for the legs. Without any effort on the user, the bike moves the legs of a person and promotes blood flow. 

There are many other stroke blogs that discuss certain aspects of regaining motor functioning, lifestyle products, and other condition-related independent living products for the stroke patient. Come and take a look at all of the information we offer to help you make the right decision on what to get for the stroke sufferer and begin the road to recovery the right way. Feel free to discuss this subject as well, as our comments section can provide more information to stroke victims.