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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 06.04.2023
A Wheel Chair for Your Loved One

April 2023 I asked ChatGPT, (a large language model developed by OpenAI, to provide useful and accurate information to users in a conversational format on line) to help me select a wheel chair for one of my elderly family members. It directed me to a list of useful points such as user’s needs, comfort, manoeuvrability, …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 01.03.2023
Walker: Three or Four Wheels?

March 2023 – A seat walker, also known as a rollator, is a type of assistive device that combines the features of a walker and a chair. It typically consists of a frame with four wheels, a handlebar, and a seat. The user can walk with the device for support, and when they need to …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 19.02.2023
Mobility Scooters & 7 Important Questions

February 2023 There are many of us who are not able to enjoy this beautiful season as physically we are unable to catch up with our minds and hearts. There is no reason to feel disappointed. One could enjoy same or better mobility by equipping oneself with a mobility scooter or a power chair. First …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 03.11.2022
Is “Independence” In Your List

November 2022 Gift Independence We may be coming older, but we still love the magic of Christmas. One of the best things about the Christmas season – besides food and fun – is the opportunity to catch up with families and friends. Next best thing is the exchanging of gifts. Who has not received a …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 04.09.2022
At Ease with Arthritis

September 2022 At Ease with Arthritis This extended cold weather does not help sufferers of arthritis. Arthritis is Australia’s major cause of disability and pain. What causes Arthritis in the first place? It can be due to genetic factors, or due to what happens to your life, for instance, accidents, and finally how you lived …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 31.08.2022
Motorized Mobility: Is it for me?

September 2022 Motorized Mobility: Is it for me? There are many of us who are not able to enjoy this beautiful season out and about simply because our body is not able to cope up with our mind and heart. There is no reason to feel disappointed. One could enjoy same or better mobility by …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 07.07.2022
Made-to-measure or Bespoke?

July 2022 It is hard to elucidate how you feel when you are in an outfit that was specifically crafted for you. It makes you feel wonderful as it makes you look gorgeous. We spend extended time indoors and on our chairs during this season. Designer-made, great looking, attractive furniture need not necessarily make us …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 06.06.2022
Do You Have a Sore Thumb?

Do you have thumb osteoarthritis or thumb instability? Unfortunately, this can cause a lot of problems in daily life. Activities such as writing, opening jars and turning keys can be painful Arthritis is a disorder in which the cartilage of the joints becomes worn or inflamed. In a healthy joint, the ends of the bones …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 16.05.2022
Mother’s Day Gift

May 2022 Finding a cosy chair to sit down and relax is very important especially as the winter is approaching. A rise recliner or a lift chair can be a very lasting mother’s day gift. Here’s some tip on how to choose one. All chairs give some support, but think about the following questions. Does …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 17.04.2022
Home care essentials

April 2022Seniors, Sleep Matters!As we grow older, we tend to spend more time on bed. It is wonderful that we can find that extra time. We pay attention to factors that influence our sleep when we are challenged with our sleep.Thanks to constant research, our understanding of sleep, its vital role and how our body …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 05.04.2022
Keep Walking…..

Mobility is an important aspect of our everyday life. Mobility promotes not only our social and emotional wellbeing, it plays a vital role in our physical wellbeing, functioning of our critical internal organs. Walking enhances overall health of muscles, bones, joints, circulation, heart, lungs, digestion, bowels, mind… However, with walking comes the risk of falls. …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 24.01.2022
Powered Mobility: Is it for me?

4th January 2022 There are many of us who are not able to enjoy outdoor due to our dependence on others. Powered mobility is the answer. We often hear people say “I am not ready for this yet”. What I hear more often is “I wish I did this sooner”. An AT Specialist can assist …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 20.07.2021
Lock Down Essentials For Dad

Here are three essentials to beat the gloom of this lock down. A comfortable and functional Chair, a rise recliner or a lift chair that will assist the person to easily get up or to recline will be ideal. There are electric recliners that fit every budget, style and size. You can even get one …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 03.06.2021
Arthritis and Aids for Daily Living

Winter is a time when sufferers of arthritis face some challenge. Arthritis is Australia’s major cause of disability and pain. What causes Arthritis in the first place? It can be due to genetic factors, or due to what happens to your life, for instance, accidents, and finally how you lived your life, life style choices …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 30.04.2021
Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts

Growing old gracefully and beautifully is the right of every women.  However, as we get older, it appears as though our body is not catching up with our mind. Some tasks get more daunting. Independence comes with mobility and our ability to conduct our daily chores with least dependence on others. Simple solutions like a …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 15.02.2021
Compression Socks. Is it for me?

February 2021 Compression Socks. Is it for me? Discomfort of the legs, like leg pain, heaviness, and/or leg tiredness, as well as swollen feet and ankles, can be first signs of venous disorder. Medical compression can help. Medical compression therapy applies a type of elastic device on limbs or other body parts to exert a …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 09.12.2020
Gift Independence

We may be getting older, but we still love the magic of Christmas. One of the best things about the Christmas season – besides food and fun – is the opportunity to catch up with families and friends. Next best thing is the exchanging of gifts. Who has not received a Christmas gift that they …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 26.11.2020
Steps? No Problems!

In the October issue I wrote about various conventional mobility aids. I was asked to give some suggestions for mobility solutions where steps or slopes are involved. As a portable option, Roami, the Stair Assist Walker, is the answer. It serves as a 4-in-1 mobility aid. Roami can be used as a stair assist due …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 20.10.2020
Out and About

As we welcome spring in this particularly challenging time, let us explore what we can do with a renewed dedication to improve our health and wellbeing. Spring is a great season to be out and about. Mobility is such an important aspect in our everyday life as it promotes not only our social and emotional …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 20.08.2020
Push-Cush for Dads

Push-Cush was a clever invention by a north shore Sydney woman several decades ago. A simple idea to promote circulation of the lower limbs. It has two chambers into which you blow air, movement of air provides resistance which in turn promotes circulation. The Push-Cush is inexpensive and comes with direction on how to use …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 06.08.2020
Do You Have a Sore Thumb?

Do you have thumb osteoarthritis or thumb instability? Unfortunately, this can cause a lot of problems in daily life. Activities such as writing, opening jars and turning keys can be painful Arthritis is a disorder in which the cartilage of the joints becomes worn or inflamed. In a healthy joint, the ends of the bones …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 15.05.2020
Stay Safe, Stay Home: Gift

You might ask why is this Mother’s Day different? In the last issue I mentioned about how we are called upon to stay at home. It is quite possible that as you read this we are being encouraged to continue with those guidelines, especially as our beloved mothers and grandmothers are in the most vulnerable …

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Dealing with Arthritis this Winter

Arthritis is Australia’s major cause of disability and pain. Winter is a time when sufferers of arthritis face the most challenge. Every simple task looks daunting. Independence comes with mobility and our ability to conduct our daily chores with least dependence on others. Simple solutions like a pick-up-reacher, a key turner, a jar opener or …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 06.11.2019
A Gift Outside-the-box

 We have put together some handy gift ideas to help you give something useful and unique this Christmas to suit every budget. Too busy to think about shopping? We have Gift Vouchers for your convenience. Plan ahead if you would like delivery before Christmas.  Have you considered what a positive difference a gift from Comfort Discovered would make to …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 28.10.2016
Get a Spring in your step!

That’s what Mavis got literally and figuratively this spring. She needed a walking aid to improve her mobility, but could not find a suitable one, until she found the ultra-light gorgeous looking Carbon Fiber Seat walker with Leather seat and back rest weighing no more than five kilos! Functionality and aesthetics combined in one. So …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 05.07.2016
Three Winter Essentials

This is the time to review your comfort in and around home.  Have a good look at your bed and pillow. Are they providing you the support and comfort that you deserve during this season? One creative way to multiply your comfort is to opt for an electric bed that provides a lot of great …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 24.06.2016
Rise and Shine with Ease!

Cooler temperature can lure us to stay longer in our bed. Our Bedside Rail will assist you to rise and shine with ease! This very innovative sturdy bed rail can easily help to stand from bed with an adjustable leg that provide extra stability.

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 11.01.2016
Mobility for Enhanced Independence

  Most mobility scooters are safe if used appropriately. A recent survey jointly conducted by ACCC, NRMA, Choice, EnableNSW and others found that about 95% of trips on a mobility scooter involve no injury or damage of any kind. This might be a comforting discovery for many of us who either postpone or avoid the …

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By Comfort Discovered Team posted 11.12.2015
Wrap a helpful solution this season

We may be coming older, but we still love the magic of Christmas. One of the best things about the Christmas/New Year season – besides the food, families and fun – is the opportunity to be in contact. We like to thank you for your continued support. We would not have come this far – …

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By admin posted 11.11.2015
Out And About

This is a season of freshness, new life, and hope! As we welcome spring let us examine what we can do with a renewed dedication that will have a positive impact on our health and wellbeing. Spring is a great season to be out and about. It’s not too hot, not too cold.Mobility is such …

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By admin posted 08.10.2015
“Enhancing Independence, Mobility and Dignity”

Independence comes with mobility and our ability to conduct our daily chores with least dependence on others. Simple products like a reacher, a walker, a wheel chair or a mobility scooter can make a huge difference to how we feel about ourselves. This feeling of self worth and self-esteem comes with our ability to do …

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