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What Is Alginate Wound Dressing?

  Made up of soft non-woven fibers that come from seaweed, alginates absorb wound drainage and convert it into a gel-like covering over the wound, creating a moist wound environment. A wide range of alginate products are available for a variety of wounds. Additives such as calcium and silver can be added to the dressing fibers to continue to promote a healing environment. Read More

Few Things You Should Know About Medical Lift Chairs

 Lift chairs are medical devices designed to help gradually lift any injured or elderly people to a standing position or gradually descend the person into a sitting position, everything made possible without causing any injuries. When the elderly suffer from limited mobility issues or arthritis, a medical lift chair is the ultimate solution. They come in numerous styles and sizes to offer comfort. Be it short or tall, lightweight or heavy, there is a lift chair for one and all. Read More

Do You Suffer From Cracked Heel Pain?

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  The most common type of dry skin on the foot develops on the heels. Cracked heels are a common foot problem that is often referred to as heel fissures. Cracked heels are commonly caused by dry skin, and made more complicated if the skin around the rim of the heel is thick (callus). For most people this is a nuisance and a cosmetic problem, but when the fissures or cracks are deep, they are painful to stand on and the skin can bleed – in severe cases this can become infected. Know more

Treat Your Injuries and Sprains Faster with Cold Compression Therapy

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Figuring out the best way to manage post-operative pain? One of the easiest and most effective ways to help patients reduce pain and heal faster is by using cold compression therapy .  How Cold Compression Therapy Works Cold therapy works by constricting the blood vessels that ultimately help reduce swelling and inflammation. Besides, it can even reduce the bruise size by slowing down blood flow to an injured area. Blood flow and swelling also get visibly reduced. Together, cold and compression can help reduce the temperature and swelling in the affected area, which helps reduce pain and improve recovery time. How to Use Cold Compression Therapy If one has undergone any surgery, then one of the most popular ways to reduce swelling and pain following surgery is to rest, ice, compress, and elevate. But many times, a homemade ice pack might not be an effective icing method. In case, a patient has undergone surgery in hard-to-reach and recover spots like an ankle, knee, shoulder, hip, or

Personal care products – Healthy body supplies | ACG Medical

  Having carved a niche in the medical industry, ACG Medical is designing durable and efficient products to assist people in routine activities. Our vast inventory includes personal care products that are sure to instill a sense of self-dependence in your loved ones. Browse through our collection, and choose among the various assistance equipment and supplies that precisely cater to your requirements.

ACG Medical’s Contribution to North Texas Food Bank to Fight Hunger in the Community

  Our world is full of abundant resources and wealth, and with food being the basic necessity, it becomes completely unacceptable that millions of people suffer from hunger. Hunger is a major issue. People worldwide face it daily, but is it the same for everyone? Did you know, food security is a big issue, with about 1 in 6 people in North Texas is food insecure? With no full-time and regular food access, they aren’t even aware of where their next meal is coming from. Much worse than this is pondering over will they get a meal or sleep empty stomach. Let’s know more about this complex issue and how one tackle can it:  https://bit.ly/2N7essK

Quad Canes – Handy support for the elderly | ACG Medical

 For old age persons and persons with medical conditions, this collection includes canes that are designed with sturdy material. The quad canes efficiently balance the weight of a person and perform well at all flat surfaces. Lightweight canes with a low center of gravity ensure greater stability and balance. All quad canes feature an ergonomic handle that provides a firm grip. Height of the canes can be easily adjusted.

Essential Medical Adjustable Aluminum Blanket Support

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  Aluminum Blanket Support keeps heavy sheets or blankets off sensitive feet. This blanket lift bar fits securely between the mattress and box spring for extra support. It is perfect for people with diabetic neuropathy and other conditions that cause foot sensitivity. The top is 20" wide and the bottom is 15" wide. The heights is adjustable to 20".

Choose a manual chair according to the requirement | ACG Medical

  Manual wheelchairs are the type that needs to be moved by a person without the assistance of a battery. You must choose a manual chair according to the requirement of the patient. Make sure that the wheelchair has rear wheels and is lightweight so that it can be moved and lifted easily. It should also have a proper armrest for better arm & shoulder support. Since the patient has to sit for several hours on a wheelchair, it should be comfortable and have foam, gel and contoured cushions. Now get a wide range of discounted manual wheelchair from ACG medical . You can choose from drive medical, Everest & Jennings and Invacare.