If you are planning your next vacation or trip overseas, then one of the most important things you have to consider is your medication. Whether it’s pills to combat allergies or it’s something more serious like a breathing apparatus, it’s imperative that you understand what it will take to transport your medicine through customs. With […]
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How Vagus Nerve Stimulation Therapy Helps Epilepsy
How Vagus Nerve Stimulation Therapy Helps Epilepsy A procedure called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) may be helpful for patients who suffer from epilepsy. The vagus nerve is called a cranial nerve because it originates in the brain. This nerve controls involuntary bodily functions, like motor functions in the diaphragm and stomach, heart functions and […]
6 Latest Advances in Assistive Technology [INFOGRAPHIC]
6 Latest Advances in Assistive Technology It’s estimated that 48.9 million people in the United States have some sort of disability. 24.1 million people have severe disabilities, and 34.2 million people have a functional limitation, according to the U.S. Census Bureau Survey of Income and Program Participation. As defined by the survey, people who have […]
Employees With Disabilities Are Incredibly High-performing Workers
Employees With Disabilities Are Incredibly High-performing Workers While most people don’t think of it right away, you are going to find that workers with disabilities perform just as well, if not better than you might expect them to, when compared to a regular employee. For example, if you hire somebody with a disability, the first […]
My Doctor Recommends Medical Safety Equipment for After My Surgery
The reason that a helmet is considered medical safety equipment after any type of head surgery is that it takes time for the bone to repair itself. This can be crucial to the overall healing process that occurs when patients have cranial surgery. Patients are often required to wear some type of protective headgear, to […]
My insurance will not cover Medical Safety Equipment
Many times, insurance companies will not cover medical safety equipment. This is due to the limits built into the policies, and can often be frustrating for parents who have children who need these items. That is one of the reasons that we make our helmets so affordable. We want to protect children from head injuries, […]
Does my insurance cover helmets as Pediatric Products?
With the large variety of different insurance plans available, yours may or may not cover a helmet under the heading of pediatric products. If your doctor recommends a helmet for your child, the only way to find out if it is covered under your insurance policy is to ask your agent. They will be able […]
Where do you ship your Equipment for Special Needs
We ship our equipment for special needs anywhere in the world. We do not limit ourselves to shipping only in the United States, so you can order our helmets anywhere in the world. You can also order them to be delivered to a different address, so you can order from home and have a helmet […]
Getting the right fit in your Special Needs Helmets
The best way to get the right fit in your special needs helmets is to measure the circumference of your head. This is most easily done with two people because it is very difficult to hold the string or cloth tape measure in the correct location. This is especially true of the back of the […]
My insurance only covers Medical Safety Equipment
When it comes time to purchase a helmet for yourself or your child, you may have to consult your doctor to see if it falls under the heading of medical safety equipment. We have no way of knowing your specific insurance coverage, so you should also consult with your agent. Let them know if your […]