Tips to Get Around Safely with a Mobility Device
March 12, 2022
Categories: Mobility, Scooters, Wheelchairs
Whether you live with limited mobility or you want to make sure a loved one can get around safely, there’s a lot to consider when shopping for a mobility device. At Merrick Surgical Supply & Home Care, we specialize in helping our patients find...
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The Importance of Maintaining Your Power Mobility Equipment
October 22, 2021
Categories: Merrick Surgical, Mobility, Scooters, Wheelchairs
If you own power mobility equipment like a power wheelchair or a scooter, the last thing you want is to constantly pay for repairs or for a whole new mobility aid. That’s why it’s so important to take steps in...
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6 Tips for Recovering from Knee Surgery
June 26, 2021
Categories: Lift Chair, Wheelchairs
Recovering from any surgery, including knee surgery, is an ongoing process and it’s important to follow doctor’s orders and take it easy until you’re fully healed up! The sooner you heal, the faster you can get back to your favorite...
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Creative Ways to Customize Your Mobility Equipment
June 11, 2021
Categories: Mobility, Scooters, Walkers, Wheelchairs
You use your mobility equipment regularly, so why not put some personality on it? Adding a few details here and there will not only make it look more appealing but can add extra functionality and convenience. There are many ways to...
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8 Outdoor Activities for Those with Limited Mobility
May 28, 2021
Categories: Healthy, Mobility, Scooters, Walkers, Wheelchairs
Summer is coming which means it’s time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. If you or a loved one have limited mobility and aren’t sure how to take advantage of the warmer days, we’ve got you covered. This blog will provide...
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Wheelchair Accessible Places to See in New York
April 22, 2021
Categories: Merrick Surgical, Mobility, New York, Wheelchairs
New York is a place of excitement, discovery and endless things to see. Traveling with a wheelchair brings its challenges, though, as not all places are wheelchair accessible. To prepare you for your next visit to the Big Apple, we’re...
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When to Get Your HME Serviced
December 25, 2020
Categories: Merrick Surgical, Scooters, Wheelchairs
Whether you recently purchased a lift chair, scooter, power wheelchair or something else, it takes time to find the right home medical equipment for you. We want to make sure the equipment you buy will last and provide you with...
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How to Find the Right Assistive Device
September 25, 2020
Categories: Canes, Merrick Surgical, Mobility, Scooters, Walkers, Wheelchairs
With the number of senior falls around the house increasing every year, assistive devices are more important now than ever. There are countless types of products to choose from, so how do you know what one is right for your needs? Continue...
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Top 5 Ways to Age in Place Safely
September 11, 2020
Categories: Canes, Merrick Surgical, Mobility, Scooters, Walkers, Wheelchairs
Whether you’re preparing for a future of aging in place or have a loved one doing so now, we know safety is your top priority. Injuries at home are common in older individuals due to a lack of strength or mobility...
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