Recovering from an easy surgery is no simple task. Your body is low on energy as it repairs whatever part you just got fixed. You have strict orders from the doctor to take it easy. Your diet is limited and your appetite is down. On top of all this, you can’t even use one of…
*Note: This is an informative article regarding what and how Medicare pays for equipment. Oswald’s does NOT bill Medicare, Medicaid, or insurance providers for goods or services. We are often asked if we bill Medicare for medical equipment items. While the answer to that is ‘no,’ we always inform our customers what to watch out…
June is here and school is over. What are our kids to do when they are not on family vacations or at summer camp? If you’re worried about idle children, don’t be! Oswald’s has plenty of toy and game options to keep your kids busy for the Summer. Outdoor Summer Toys If your kids enjoy…
Picture This: You’ve just finished an appointment with your doctor – an appointment you had to make 3 months in advance. She’s just given you a prescription for your eczema. The prescription is for a medication that you’ve never had before (but you’re pretty sure you’ve seen a commercial for it on TV). It feels…
Purchasing medical equipment for your home is not cheap. Protecting your home medical equipment investments should be a priority after purchase. How can you ‘protect’ your home medical equipment? Well, there are a few things to check out before making your purchase. Medical Equipment Warranties New medical equipment is sold just like new cars that…
My son Alex was over at my parent’s house with his kids a couple of weeks ago. He happened to be looking through a box of old letters that had been in the attic for many years and came across one that was very interesting. It was dated May 18, 1938, and was sent from…
This month, I spent some time in Spain, which was recently found to be the healthiest country in the world, according to the Bloomberg Healthiest Country Index. During my time there, I couldn’t help but pay close attention to the lifestyles and diets of those around me. I also made my first visit to the…
Time to think about Dads and Grads everyone! If you haven’t thought about them yet, don’t worry—we have some great gifts to help celebrate them! I’m going to list a few great gift ideas for both dads and grads. As always, feel free to come in and ask me about specific gifts, we may surprise…
Maintenance for a mobility scooter sounds like a lot of work—but it’s not! Simple cleaning and upkeep can keep your scooter in good shape for years. Aside from accidents (in which case you should call a professional), mobility scooter maintenance can be performed by just about anyone! The next few sections will contain easy-to-read tips,…
If you own a lift chair or power lift recliner, you’re probably looking for ways to protect your investment. Thankfully it’s not difficult to make sure your chair runs smoothly for years to come. Regular cleaning and simply paying attention to how your chair feels are among the simplest ways to take care of your…
My brother Alex brought safety razors into the store about a year ago and, although I thought they were cool, I didn’t think twice about them. It wasn’t until Alex suggested ordering a safety razor for me that I realized they weren’t limited to men (who woulda thought!?). I love trying things, so when my…
Making a home accessible to guests with disabilities sounds like a challenge. More specifically; an expensive challenge. Mobility ramps, bathroom modifications, grab bars—that stuff is expensive, right? I’m here to tell you that making a home accessible for guests with disabilities is not expensive. Temporary Home Modifications For this article, the word temporary will refer…
