Posts by Elizabeth Creed
Bionic Assistive Devices: Robotic Arms, Exoskeletons & Smart Wheelchair Technology
A Guide to Today’s Assistive Technologies Reviewed by: Kelsy Brown, OTD, OTR/L Lindsey Sharpe PT, DPT, ATP Taking a sip of water. Standing at the kitchen counter for meal prep. Opening a door. Blowing your nose. All are commonplace activities, things you don’t think about until you can’t do them anymore. For millions of Americans living with…
Read MoreTraveling with Catheters: TSA Rules, Packing Tips and Flying with Urology Supplies
With a little planning, traveling with catheters and urology supplies can be easier than you think Reviewed by the NSM Medical Supplies Team You can safely travel with catheters and urology supplies. Whether you’re flying, driving or taking a cruise, planning ahead, packing extra supplies and understanding TSA rules can help ensure a smooth trip. Traveling with a catheter: Quick answers Can You…
Read MoreInstalling a stairlift in a townhome or condo
NSM Home Access expert Terry Farrigan weighs in on common questions about stairlifts By NSM Home Access Team For CRT users and others with mobility issues, a stairlift can be a valuable addition to your home. In addition to allowing you to enjoy every inch of your home, a stairlift can also help instill greater independence, reduce the risk of falls and allow older adults to age in place in the homes they…
Read MoreDoes Insurance Cover Transportation for Wheelchair Repair or Evaluation Appointments?
In most cases, no. Many private health insurance plans, Medicare and Medicaid programs do not routinely cover transportation to Complex Rehabilitation Technology (CRT) evaluations, fittings or repair appointments. At a Glance What Does Insurance Typically Cover for Transportation to CRT Appointments? NEMT is an insurance benefit that provides transportation to medical appointments for individuals who don’t have a reliable or accessible way to get there. It’s most commonly…
Read MoreDoes Insurance Cover a Loaner Wheelchair During Repairs?
3 Ways Temporary Replacement Coverage Would Help CRT Users For people who rely on Complex Rehab Technology (CRT), even a short repair delay can disrupt daily life. When a wheelchair breaks down, access to loaner wheelchairs can mean the difference between maintaining independence and being unable to work or attend school, go to medical appointments or participate in daily activities. Many CRT users…
Read MoreAugmentative & Alternative Communication Devices for Autism: A Guide for Parents
How Speech-Generating Devices Help Kids Communicate Experts: Keri Morgan, MS, CCC-SLP, and Chelsea Nall, OTR/L, CSRS, ATP At-a-Glance Summary: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices for autism help children communicate using speech-generating technology, pictures and words. These tools can reduce frustration, improve social interaction and support speech development. In this guide, experts explain the benefits of AAC devices, how they work and how to…
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