Arthritic Hands Are Still Useful

Many people don’t think twice about picking up everyday household objects, however, if you are dealing with Arthritis, this simple task can be painful and frustrating.  Arthritis affects millions of people worldwide. It can affect the hand joints and make grasping thin objects especially hard to maneuver and employ.

Let’s look at a run-of-the-mill kinda day….. everything from using a tooth brush, to using standard cutlery and writing implements - and let’s not forget about keys, can be struggles with frustration.  

There are many adaptive devices available to help ease the discomfort. This Closed-Cell Tubing is one of the easiest to adapt hard to hold handles and objects in and around your home by offering greater control.  The slip-resistant “skin” is dishwasher safe -  and adaptable to a variety of lengths.

Solution for Progressive Vision Loss

Vision problems are a huge problem for people of all ages.  One of the more common vision conditions that develop as people age is macular degeneration.  It is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of sixty, which is why it is so important to have your vision tested yearly.

Your doctor will go over your medical history with you and enquire about any family history of macular degeneration.  You will also go through a complete eye exam.  Typically, your doctor will look at and examine the retina, located at the back of your eye.  There are also test which can be used to test for defects in your vision.  One such test is the use of an Amsler grid.

Click here to access an online Amsler grid vision test.   Please note that this online tool does NOT replace a proper vision test performed by your doctor.

The loss of vision can be debilitating, but Marnau offers you solutions that you can use to help minimize the impact.  One such solution is the Quantum Fashion Talking Watch - this watch features a white face with black dials to create a crisp contrast for easier viewing and a one-touch button that operates a clear speech output.