Allowing Freedom and Mobility in the Comfort of a Lift Chair

Mountaineer Complete Care

Golden Tech Lift Chairs Waynesville, NC

As we age, mobility issues such as getting up and out of the chair are key components to staying mobile and active around the house. To manage other elementary tasks such as being able to answer the door, go to the bathroom unassisted or prepare a meal independently may be hard due to discomfort or lack of muscle strength needed for standing or sitting for long periods of time. Therefore, a motorized power lift chair can be an affordable, and a beneficial mobility alternative aid to seniors. A lift chair can also be beneficial to anyone with arthritic joints or other medical issues that prohibit the ability to rise and sit freely out of a chair. When a lift chair provides the benefit of gently raising or lowering you to a comfortable position, significantly less pain is experienced and the everyday tasks of life are attainable.

Golden Technologie's Lift chairs offer all the comfort of a conventional recliner with one major distinction; they provide a durable electric motor that operates the chair. A well designed lift chair looks specifically like a traditional recliner, with the exception of a hand-held controller that operates the functions of the chair. The main function of the remote is to have total control of the motor as to gently lift the occupant and the chair to a desired point, seated to standing.

Therefore,once the person is safe and secure in the chair, the remote is used to make personal comfortable adjustments to the chair. The power operated lift chairs can achieve all suitable positions of any standard recliner. However, some models of lift chairs feature separate footrest mechanism adjustments coupled with independent seat and back adjustments, that allow personal preference readjustments.

In short, lift chairs are a simple and affordable accessory that can help seniors with mobility issues remain safe and comfortable as they age gracefully in their own home. Contact Mountaineer Complete Care for more information on our Golden Lift Chairs!Jodie Wood/General Manager828.456.2818 Lift Chairs in Waynesville, NC

Welcome, Mr. David Smith

Mountaineer Complete Care

Home Health Medical Equipment

Mountaineer Complete Care would like to take this opportunity to welcome Mr. David Smith to our family. He has currently been working with Mountaineer Complete Care for over 3 months. Mr. Smith brings with him over 20+ years of knowledge and experience in the Durable Medical Equipment and Medical Supply field.

Mr. Smith is an innovative professional with exceptional business management skills, and people skills. These skills are needed and are a fundamental building block on a day to day basis within the Durable Medical Equipment, and Medical Supply business. His expertise in assessing a customer's needs goes above and beyond the scope of customer service.

Mr. Smith's vast knowledge of the business allows him to be a proactive team member, intertwining a team approach to achieving our set organizational goals through understanding how to increase productivity.

Mr. David Smith fits very well into Mountaineer Complete Care's main objective of promoting, providing, and preparing the community with an understanding of Durable Medical Equipment and Medical Supplies. His superb attitude and knowledge mixed with the company's overall objective can lead more people to living an independent and sustainable life at home. 

Contact Mountaineer Complete Care and David Smith for more information on Durable Medical Equipment and Medical Supplies.

Jodie Wood/General Manager
828.456.2818
http://mountaineercompletecare.com/

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Mountaineer Complete Care

Medical Equipment Provider

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a hand and arm related condition causing insensitivity, tingling sensations, and other symptoms within the hand and arm. The main cause of CTS is the result of a pinched nerve in the wrist.

Multiple factors can play a role in CTS, one being certain patterns of hand use, health problems, and the anatomy of the wrist.

The carpal tunnel is held together by bones and ligaments with a slim passageway located on the palm side of the wrist. Thus, allowing the main nerve and tendons to the hand to be protected.

However, when the nerve becomes compressed, numbness, tingling, and weakness of the hand occur, resulting in carpal tunnel syndrome. As people develop CTS, the correct Doctor prescribed treatment plan can usually relieve some of the tingling and numbness. In some instances, surgery is needed to relieve the agonizing pain.

If your Doctor has suggested a Carpal Tunnel Brace, stop by Mountaineer Complete Care and check out our full line of Bell-Horn, Carpal Tunnel Braces and supports. Our braces range from maximum, moderate, to mild support, depending on the severity of your CTS. Bell-Horn CTS braces provide comfort, support, and stabilization of the joint, allowing for comfort throughout the day.

Mountaineer Complete Care's goal is to help you enjoy your daily activities and maintain an independent lifestyle.

Jodie Wood

General Manager

828.456.2818

mountaineercompletecare.com

Benefits of Using a Walker

Benefits of Using a Walker

Mountaineer Complete Care

Waynesville, NC

As we age, we become more susceptible to accidental falls related to balance issues. These falls can lead to serious injuries and lengthy hospital visits. With that being said,the primary caregiver needs to initiate the importance of using an ambulatory aid, such as a walker.

Therefore, helping someone understand the importance of a walker is the first step in making the transition to a mobility aid. The person needs to know that the walker can help prevent hazardous falls that may lead to cuts, broken bones, bruises, internal injuries, and surgeries related to a fall.

As a caregiver, your main goal should be to encourage the individual to transition slowly to a walker, focusing on education and training to make the individual feel comfortable. You can't just go and purchase a walker and expect the individual to understand what it is, and how it will benefit their life.

Accordingly, another important factor to pay attention to when considering a walker for any senior citizen, would be to focus on how the mobility aid will fit into their daily routine while at home. The home is where an enormous amount of falls occurs for the senior population, making the caregiver focus on a hazard free environment. These hazards could include, poorly lit areas, large area rugs, protruding furniture, cords, pets, boxes, books on the floor, and floor length curtains.

According to LifeStation (2014), a CDC study showed that 47,000 senior citizens were treated in Emergency Rooms between 2001- 2006 for accidents resulting from improper use of a walker. The goal of Mountaineer Complete Care is to help you avoid becoming a statistic through providing quality information on how to properly use a walker.

Major Walker Benefits:

-Helps maintain balance and prevent falls.

-Creates a sense of security.

-Some walkers have a seat to sit down on in case you get tired.

-Allows independence throughout the daily routine of life.

-Some walkers can also serve as a transport chair.

Thus, our professional staff will ensure that the mobility aid is correctly fitted to suit the needs of each individual, based on weight, height, grip, and wheels. These fittings will enable the person to function throughout their daily routine and live independently.

In the long run, understanding the benefits of a walker will only help you live a full self- sustained life with the ability to stay active.

Stop by Mountaineer Complete Care today and check out our full line of mobility aids, including walkers, and canes.

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Lifestation. (2014). Convince Parent to Use Walker or Cane. Retrieved from http://www.lifestation.com/convince-parent-use-walker-cane.php

Don't Let Parkinson's Disease Get You Down

Staying independent and safe is all part of understanding Parkinson's Disease

• Keep your home free of clutter and secure scatter rugs.
• Install railing along the walls to assist with balance and decrease the chance of falling.

• Install night lights in frequently used rooms and hallways.
• Consider bells or intercoms to ensure safety, in preparation of an emergency.

• Install grab bars in the bathroom. Never use towel racks or soap holders as grab bars.

• Long handled sponge eliminates bending and decreases risks of falls.
• Consider Velcro closures for clothing and shoes for easier manipulation.
• Long handled shoe horns reduce the need to bend and possibly lose your balance.

        (Clapcich, Goldberg, Walsh, 1999)

Parkinson's Disease doesn't mean you have to stop living, it just means you have to start living smarter; because Parkinson's is not age or gender specific.

Stop by Mountaineer Complete Care today for safety items that can help someone with Parkinson's Disease live a free independent life.

These items include bath safety, incontinence items, bedroom aids, mobility aids, lift chairs, aids for daily living, diabetic shoes, and much, much more within our catalog of over 14,000 products.

Jodie Wood/General Manager

828.456.2818

http://mountaineercompletecare.com

Trouble With A Sprained Ankle

Trouble With A Sprained Ankle

Proud Supporter of Bell Horn Ankle Braces and Supports

In today's society, a sprained ankle is a common place injury among many Americans. Over 25,000 people will experience a sprained ankle ever day (AAOS, 2014). This common injury can occur in children, adults, athletes to non-athletes. The ankle sprain can happen by simply ambulating on an uneven surface, or step, within your daily activities.

The ankle sprain involves the ligaments of the ankle, which hold specific bones in place, relevant to the joint. These ligaments maintain structure within the ankle by prohibiting dissociated movements, such as twisting, turning, and uneven rolling motions from the foot.

As the ankle sprain happens, a loud “Pop” is often heard. This is the result of excessive force placed on the ankle regions soft tissue infrastructure. Thus, resulting in agonizing pain and excessive swelling. As a result of damage to the specific area of the ankle, there are different grades of ankle sprains.

Grade 1 Sprain:

Stretching, resulting in some fiber damage within the ligaments.

Grade 2 Sprain:

Small tears in the ligament, looseness in the ankle when examined and moved

by the Doctor.

Grade 3 Sprain:

Ligament is completely torn. When Doctor continues examining the ankle and

and moves ankle, there is abnormal instability within the entire ankle joint

structure. Surgery is sometimes required to fix the problem.

Therefore, the correct treatment plan is of great importance to get back to a normal lifestyle. This involves resting, icing the damaged area, compression, elevating the ankle joint, and following Doctor's orders.

With that being said, Mountaineer Complete Care is fully stocked with all the proper ankle braces, ankle compression sleeves, specifically made ice packs for the ankle, crutches, knee walkers, to help with entire healing process. We also have a plethora of other orthopedic items are in our catalog for special ordering purposes to help get you back to an independent lifestyle.

So, stop by and let our experienced staff lead you in the right direction through the use of Bell Horn Ankle Braces, compressions and Supports.

For more information on our full line of Bell Horn Braces and Supports,

visit mountaineercompletecare.com

Reference:

AAOS. (2014).Sprained Ankle. Retrieved from http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?

topic=a00150

The Benefit of Using a Knee Walker

Benefits of Using a Knee Walker

Waynesville, NC

Understanding how a knee walker can allow a person to maintain their freedom while injured, is key to staying mobile. The knee walker is a unique alternative to crutches for patients that have experienced injuries to the knee, ankle, foot, or even suffered sever lower extremity leg injuries.

With that being said, the knee walker's main purpose is to function as an alternative mobility aid, enhancing one's independence, while at the same time allowing the body to properly heal. The patients knee is elevated on a flat cushioned platform, granting the other leg to push and maneuver the patient from place to place. Maintaining an upright position throughout the use of the knee walker also reduces back strain and fatigue that is associated with crutch use.

There are several options available when it comes to getting your hands on a knee walker. One important factor to consider is what your Doctor has prescribed, relating to the injury. The Doctor may have recommended that you have 4 weeks non weight bearing. With this prescription, a viable option would be to rent the knee walker for that specific amount of time. Thus, saving you money in the long run from having to purchase the knee walker.

However, if the injury is more serious and the Doctor has prescribed 8 weeks or more of non weight bearing, you might consider purchasing the knee walker. Purchasing the knee walker is an economical choice and would give you the freedom of having it with you at all times.

In the long run, whether purchasing or renting your knee walker, make sure to fully understand how the piece of durable medical equipment operates. Also,understand the rental contract and when the knee walker is to be returned, and all other parameters. Finally,make good use of the knee walker and enjoy your independence while in the recovery process.

For more information on the purchase or rental options of a knee walker,

contact Mountaineer Complete Care, in Waynesville NC.

Contact us for other rental options for wheel chairs, walkers/rollators, hospital beds, and transports chairs.

Jodie Wood/General Manager

Be Safe with Bathroom Safety Items

Bathroom Safety from Mountaineer Complete Care

Waynesville, NC

According to Mountaineer Complete Care, understanding how to make your bathroom safe is an important aspect of daily living. The bathroom area tends to be a favorite place for falls and injuries to occur. However, certain people with mobility disadvantages are more likely to suffer falls, than other individuals This fact is because the bathroom is very dangerous, due to numerous slick surfaces and excess water. Therefore, safeguarding your bathroom and protecting yourself against accidents will always promote an atmosphere of healthy, independent living, at home.

Mountaineer Complete Care carries all the products to outfit your bathroom for safety, allowing you to keep your bathroom quit, private, comfortable, and free of injuries.

If your bathroom needs outfitted with the proper bathroom safety equipment, stop by Mountaineer Complete Care and check out our full line of bathroom safety products. And ask about our FREE Home Safety Evaluation too!

Bathroom Shower Grab Bars

Contact Us for more information on Bathroom Safety!

Diabetic Shoes in Waynesville, NC

Mountaineer Complete Care

Diabetic Footwear in Waynesville, NC

Mountaineer Complete Care carries a complete line of Dr. Comfort diabetic shoes to aid in the management of ongoing diabetic foot problems. Dr. Comfort is known for the finest quality in shoes, and slippers.

Dr. Comfort's Story

Dr. Comfort, a world leader in diabetic footwear, was founded in 2002. Dr. Comfort recognized the need for STYLE, COMFORT and QUALITY in a therapeutic shoe. Today, Dr. Comfort's line of family comfort footwear includes diabetic shoes, prescription and non-prescription inserts, diabetic socks, slippers, sandals and compression hosiery. Dr. Comfort stands behind their products 100%.

Why Do I Need Diabetic Footwear?

The main reasoning for diabetic shoes and inserts, is the fact that it helps prevent diabetic amputations. The rate of amputations for diabetics is almost 10 times above the average of people without diabetes. However, the great news is there are ensuring steps to be taken for people with diabetes that want to continue to walk with healthy feet. It starts with understanding the effects diabetes has on your feet, and the proper plan of care to protect your feet. These two steps help in controlling foot calluses, deformities, ulcerations, and amputations. Therefore, controlling and understanding foot care programs can help reduce diabetic foot amputations up to 85%.

How diabetes affects your feet

-Peripheral Vascular Disease (Poor blood flow)

-Diabetic Neuropathy (Nerve damage)

Foot Problems Associated with Diabetes

Anyone can get these associated foot problems. However, people with diabetes tend to have more serious afflictions from them.

-Athlete's Foot

-Fungal Infection of the Nails

-Calluses

-Corns

-Blisters

-Bunions

-Dry skin

-Foot ulcers

-Ingrown toenails

-Plantar warts

Diabetic foot problems can be controlled with the proper foot care plan from your practitioner. So,stop by Mountaineer Complete Care today, and get your feet fitted with a Dr. Comfort trained staff member. And be on your way to having happy, healthy feet!

Contact us for more information regarding Diabetic Shoes!  

Medical Mobility Devices

Mountaineer Complete Care

The Areas Best Mobility Device Selection

Mountaineer Complete Care shares in the mindset of helping each individual live independently, and take care of themselves or others, while living at home. With that in mind, Mountaineer Complete Care provides a wide variety of choices to enable individuals to achieve sustainable mobility, in the later years of life.

Tip: Freeing your house of clutter is one way to avoid falls and prolonged hospital stays, meanwhile staying mobile.

As we age, or sustain a life altering injury, the requirement for mobility devices becomes greater. With a reduction in mobility, a person's social aspect of life is fundamentally restricted. This limits their access from doing daily errands, shopping, or participating in leisure activities. However, Mountaineer Complete Care can supply the need of quality mobility devices to achieve independent living. Our mobility devices include, crutches,wheelchairs, walkers, rollators, canes, transport chairs, scooters, lift chairs, knee walkers, cane accessories, and walker accessories.

Mountaineer Complete Care also offers rental options:

-Wheelchair

-Transport Chair

-Knee Walker

-Crutches

-Walker/Rollator

Let Mountaineer Complete Care help you achieve healthy independence through knowledgeable staff, and superior customer service.

Contact MountaineerComplete Care for information on our selection of Medical Mobility Devices.

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Serving Waynesville, Canton, Clyde, Bethel, Sylva, Franklin, Murphy, Hayesville, Robbinsville, Swain, Dillsboro, Cullowhee, Sylva Webster, Candler, Asheville, Highlands, Cashiers.

Orthopedic Braces and Supports

Mountaineer Complete Care

Orthopedic Braces & Supports

Orthopedic braces are an important aspect to everyday living, for a lot of people. Mountaineer Complete Care's Orthopedic section contains a full line of supports and braces to meet the growing need within the community.

Orthopedic supports are designed to alleviate certain pain in different body parts, support injury recovery, and add a feeling of overall comfort and well being to a cumbersome lifestyle. The Bell-Horn line of Orthopedic Braces carried at Mountaineer Complete Care, covers all areas of the body, from the ankle all the way to the neck.

Orthopedic products are not categorized for one specific injury, they can help support and improve one's assurance while sleeping, walking, standing, or just doing everyday activities. Our knowledgeable staff can help you understand how a specific brace or support functions and fits, thus increasing the overall effectiveness, and alleviating that nagging pain.

Bell Horn Supports and Braces

Ankle Braces Arm Slings Hernia Guards

Carpal Tunnel Braces Cervical Collars Posture Control Braces

Knee Braces Back Braces Maternity Supports

Rib Belts Post Op Shoe Aqua Armor Cast Protectors

Thumb Stabilizers Tennis Elbow Supports

Arthritis Gloves Abdominal Supports

Bell-Horn Orthopedic Company

Bell-Horn Orthopedic Company has been around since 1842, supplying top quality supports and braces worldwide. Bell-Horn offers a complete selection of comprehensive products that cover head-to-toe support, while focusing on the overall well being of the consumer. Bell-Horn also offers an enormous range of supplementary products, such as, Fast Freeze topical pain reliever, Modular Spine Therapy braces, arthritis supports, hand sanitizers.

Let Bell-Horn and Mountaineer Complete Care become your only source for high quality, durable medical equipment, that will help sustain healthy independent living.

Special ordering is available for products not in stock.

Contact Mountaineer Complete Care Waynesville, NC for more information on Bell-Horn Orthopedic Braces and Supports.

Mountaineer Complete Care

Waynesville, NC

Your Local Home Health Medical Equipment Provider

Welcome to Mountaineer Complete Care, a family owned business built around serving all of Western North Carolina. Our main goal is to provide you with the best choices in home medical products and equipment.

Our staff understands that living with medical conditions and certain disorders can be challenging, even during the whole recovery process.

Mountaineer Complete Care wants to ease the searching process by providing the community with access to specialized medical products to promote healthy living in your home.

We thrive on delivering top notch customer service, backed with knowledgeable staff, ready to assist you in achieving independence, while making life more convenient.

Mountaineer Complete Care provides quality Durable Medical Equipment in a professional atmosphere, allowing the customer to see and touch products for a better understanding of how things operate.

At Mountaineer Complete Care we specialize in wheelchairs, scooters, lift chairs, bath safety equipment, orthopedic braces, crutches, hot and cold therapy products, Dr. Comfort diabetic shoes, walkers, canes, incontinence items, CPAP accessories, home health aids, compression hosiery, and many other products that aid in daily living.

We will continue to strive and grow with the surrounding community by providing our customers security and comfort knowing they can turn to Mountaineer Complete Care for all their home health care needs.

For more information about Home Health Medical Equipment in Waynesville, NC, visit

mountaineercompletecare.com.