March 2010 – Personal Touch Health Care Apparel

Disposable Bibs

admin March 24, 2010March 24, 2010Adult Bibs, Disposableschildren's bibs, children's disposable bibs, disposable bibs, Disposables

Disposable bibs are a wonderful choice to cut down on the laundry that is usually required with other cloth bibs that can be used. There are a number of disposable bib styles that are on the market so that you can choose the one that is right for your need. There are disposable bibs that are designed for children as well as adults. One of the great features of these bibs is the crumb catcher that is located on the … Continue reading “Disposable Bibs”

Disposable Products vs. Laundry Departments

admin March 24, 2010March 24, 2010Disposablesdisposable products, Laundry Departments, non-disposable products, Where Hospitals Save Money

The Truth About Where Hospitals Save Money This question is largely dependent on the size of a hospital, and the short answer is that larger hospitals (who can afford an entire laundry department) sometimes save money by using non-disposable products. But as labor prices increase (especially with the rising cost of health insurance) even the larger hospitals benefit from switching to disposable products. What do the numbers on disposable products say? So let’s look at some numbers. Between 2002 and … Continue reading “Disposable Products vs. Laundry Departments”

Taking Care Of Your Feet

admin March 18, 2010March 18, 2010FootwearFootwear

Foot care involves taking special steps to avoid foot problems such as sores, cuts, bunions, and calluses. Good care includes daily examination of the feet, toes, and toenails and choosing shoes and socks or stockings that fit well. People with diabetes have to take special care of their feet because nerve damage and reduced blood flow sometimes mean they will have less feeling in their feet than normal. They may not notice cuts and other problems as soon as they … Continue reading “Taking Care Of Your Feet”

Benefits of Diabetic Socks

admin March 18, 2010March 18, 2010Socksdiabetic, Diabetic socks, Socks

Did you know that many diabetes patients have some sort of nerve damage? And nerve damage with poor circulation causes more foot damage to diabetics than any other factor. This is why diabetic socks are an important form of foot care for diabetes patients. Blood Flow and Diabetic Socks When a person has diabetes, the blood vessels in their legs become narrow and cause poor circulation. This is commonly called Peripheral Arterial Disease or PAD. If the blood can’t circulate … Continue reading “Benefits of Diabetic Socks”

Benefits of Washable Bed Pads

admin March 17, 2010Bed PadsBed Pads, Incontinence, washable bed pads

Urinary incontinence is a common, yet embarrassing malady that can occur for any number of reasons. While in most cases it is treatable, the duration of the ailment can leave those afflicted with serious self-esteem problems, and drastically affect the actions and decisions on a day-to-day basis in most social situations. The most common form of incontinence management is through the use of absorbent products, such as a washable bedpad. Typically used in conjunction with adult diapers and absorbent undergarments, … Continue reading “Benefits of Washable Bed Pads”

Benefits of Disposable Bedpads

admin March 16, 2010March 16, 2010Bed PadsBed Pads, disposable bed pads, disposable products, Incontinence, undergarment, washable bed pads

Used often along with an absorbent undergarment of some kind, disposable bed pads are useful in managing adult urinary incontinence by preventing wetness from penetrating through a mattress or box spring (which permanently stains the fabric). A furtive method to use when dealing with a rather embarrassing condition, disposable bed pads are a quick and easy way to avoid unfortunate accidents beyond a person’s control especially while sleeping in someone else’s lodgings. Disposable bed pads can also be used in … Continue reading “Benefits of Disposable Bedpads”