The 5 Best Hard Knuckled Gloves [Ranked]
Steel knuckle, SAP gloves, or as they are also known, weighted-knuckle gloves, are designed for purposes as diverse as self-protection, driving, motorcycle riding, tactical military purposes, hunting, baseball batting, and all-terrain-vehicle riding. They are engineered to be breathable, provide maximum finger dexterity, all while reinforcing the knuckles and palms for high-impact cushioning. One of our favorite pairs […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Automatic Pill Dispensers [Ranked]
Automatic pill dispensers are affordable and effective medication management solutions that are designed to improve medication adherence to levels over 90% (Source).They are engineered with ease-of-use in mind and typically feature friendly and simple interfaces for elderly individuals (Source).These make it easy to manage even the most complex medication regimens, enabling seniors who live on their […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Adult Training Wheel Kits [Ranked]
If you are looking for a high-quality pair of adult training wheels, you’ve come to the right place. A pair of training wheels will keep you secure as you learn to ride, or perhaps maintain your stability if you suffer from balance or coordination issues. The most common use case for these adult training wheel sets are […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best CO2 Automatic Life Vests [Ranked]
CO2 automatic life vests will automatically inflate when immersed in water and many feature manual inflating options as well. The CO2 automatic life vests we review below are less bulky alternatives to traditional flotation devices- they do not restrict your movement, are incredibly lightweight, pretty comfortable and actually fashionable! In addition, they can keep you warm in cold weather […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Phones For The Elderly [Ranked]
Communication is essential, especially for the elderly who rely on important family relationships in their advanced age (Source). With aging comes impaired vision, hearing and sometimes cognitive ability, so it is important that a phone is equipped to meet the vision and hearing needs of senior citizens.Design DifferencesTelephones that are suffering from impaired vision typically feature large, […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Fall Mats [Ranked]
Bedside fall mats are positioned besides bed to cushion accidental falls. They are used in common residences, nursing homes, senior care facilities, and hospitals to prevent elderly and disabled individuals from serious injury if they fall from their beds (Wikipedia). Fall safety mats are considered a core component of an integrative fall prevention strategy (Mayo Clinic).They typically […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Padlocks [Ranked]
In this post, we examined five of the best-selling padlocks. Padlocks are small locks that have been in use for centuries to help secure belongings and keep out intruders (Source).How do they work?Most padlocks use a key to open, while others rely on a combination system. Combination locks use a wheel that drives a cam. This turning allows […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Stair Treads [Ranked]
In this post, we examine 5 of the best-selling stair treads. There are 2 outdoor options, the Rubber-Cal, which is industrial-strength grip, and the Puchan outdoor tread, which is more decorative. As far as indoor treads go, the Softy Stair runners are our highest-rated option- they muffle noisy stairs while also providing traction against slip-and-falls. Stair treads […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Foam Floor Tiles [Ranked]
Foam floor tiles are individual pieces of foam that are placed on the ground to create a softer and/or more attractive surface (Source). They are often used in children’s bedrooms or play rooms to create a good, soft area for children to play. They are also quite often used as a good surface for exercising or working […]
Continue ReadingThe 5 Best Personal Locator Beacons [Ranked]
Personal locator beacons (PLBs) are designed to be used in emergency situations to alert authorities in your area to your exact location so search and rescue teams can be deployed to assist you (Source). They are generally one-use devices, though they can be tested to ensure their batteries haven’t expired. It’s essential, and often required by […]
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