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  • Maxi Scooter – with Pilot Steering, in Black, O...
    By 5 Wheel Scooters on July 17th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    Urban or Suburban, the new Maxi is the perfect mode of modern mobility for kids ages 6-10

    The Maxi is the new high-performance 3-wheel scooter from Micro®. Swiss-designed with a unique lean-and-steer mechanism, the Maxi gives kids the feeling of surfing the sidewalks. Its high-quality design and construction is easy for kids and parents to recognize and appreciate.

    Amazingly light weight, yet durable enough to be used every day, the Maxi really curves and carves.

    The Maxi Scooter has recently won a Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2009, the well-regarded and renowned (NBC Today Show appearances) toy reviewers since 1989.

    Maxi is available in purple or black, with unique pilot stick steering; the Maxi is the hottest new scooter of the season.

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  • Can an Adjustable or Electric Adjustable Bed Give you...
    By 5 Wheel Scooters on July 16th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    Because we all spend one third of our lives in bed it is important that we get a good restful night of sleep.

    Many flat beds are very uncomfortable and many people do not get a recuperative restful sleep which is important for alertness and overall well being.

    Many who sleep on a conventional flat bed wake up un-rested with all kinds of aches and pains that can affect every part their daily lives.

    There is no reason for anyone not to get a recuperative, restful, pain free sleep when there are so many different kinds of electric adjustable beds along with non electric adjustable beds on the market that will resolve all those problems from the first night that you sleep on one.

    Benefits of Sleeping on an Adjustable or Electric Adjustable Bed

    Because our bodies are curved, and not flat, a conventional flat bed will not give us a good night’s sleep which makes an adjustable or electric adjustable bed the right choice for anyone because an adjustable or electric adjustable bed can be adjusted to conform with the curves of our bodies.

    Because you can adjust an adjustable or electric adjustable bed to whatever position or angle until you are comfortable you will get the comfortable restful sleep that we all need.

    If you are one of the millions of people who don’t get a good night’s sleep, you may want to consider an adjustable or electric adjustable bed. You will be amazed at the difference a good restful recuperative sleep an adjustable or electric adjustable bed will give you and how much better you will feel after having a good night’s sleep.

    Which Adjustable or Electric Adjustable Bed is Best For Me?

    This is the burning question many have when looking for an adjustable or electric adjustable bed.
    Questions like, should I buy the base and the mattress separately or which is better an adjustable bed, or an electric adjustable bed?

    I will admit that there isn’t a whole lot of information provided on the Internet when it comes to adjustable beds in general. I do try to provide people with as much information as I can on this website to help people make a more informed decision when purchasing an adjustable or electric adjustable bed.

    In my opinion, you should never buy mismatched adjustable or electric adjustable beds meaning that you should not purchase the base and the mattress separately because adjustable or electric adjustable beds are very different from one style to another.

    Because an adjustable or electric adjustable bed is a relatively large investment you want to purchase the adjustable or electric adjustable bed that’s right for you. You want a bed that fits your comfort level and a bed that you will feel good about. Mixing and matching just isn’t worth it for the few dollars that you will save. You are better served buying the base and mattress together because the base is built for the particular mattress that comes with the adjustable or electric adjustable bed.

    For whether or not to buy a non electric adjustable bed or an electric adjustable bed is completely up to you. It all depends on what you want in an adjustable bed. If you want all the bells and whistles an electric adjustable bed would be what you’d want. It all depends on what you are looking for in an adjustable bed. The best thing to do is to look at both the non electric and the electric adjustable beds to see which features fit your needs the best.

    Brian Queenan is the owner of several websites including an adjustable bed site that offers a full line of adjustable beds at very competitive prices.
    http://electricadjustablebedstore.com

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  • Adjustable Beds; Not Just For Hospitals – by Ty...
    By 5 Wheel Scooters on July 16th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    People, those who have pain in their backs should be careful in choosing the type of adjustable bed and mattress for sleeping on.

    There are a number of options to adjust these beds to different positions, this is why the name is “adjustable” bed. These beds are also known as Semi-Fowler beds,and can be operated manually as well as electrically.

    Patients will get their ultimate comfort by using these adjustable beds. These adjustable beds also come with luxury foam mattresses.

    · Functioning of Adjustable Beds

    Sleeping on these adjustable beds may be more comfortable for the patients with different types of back problems, as the bed is slightly inclined to an angle of 30 to 45 degrees. In this case with the help of adjustable beds, the upper part of the body is positioned higher than the lower part when sitting in a recliner.

    There is also some support under the knee which helps the knee to bend at a slight angle. With the help of this combination (i.e. the upper part of the body inclined at some angle and the support at the knee) helps a lot in relieving the stress off the lower back. This position of the bed provides support to the curves of the spine and thus the entire body feels to be relieved.

    There are also different luxury foam mattresses for these adjustable beds. A Split-top foam mattress is one such type of luxury foam mattresses for adjustable beds, which allow people to adjust the head and feet according to the ultimate comfort of sleeping, independent of their sleep partner.

    Nowadays there are also different electronically controlled adjustable beds available in the market, with the help of advanced technology and precision engineering. These types of electronic beds come with a full range of relaxing positions i.e. it allows the patients to position the bed easily in different position while reading, watching television, talking on phone and relaxing, which relieves their muscle strain. Patients can even control the adjustments of the bed with the help of remote controls.

    · Benefits of adjustable beds

    There are lots of benefits of using adjustable beds. Adjustable beds provide help not only to the patients but also to anyone who feels more comfortable in relaxing in an inclined position or while sitting on a recliner with his feet up rather than lying on an ordinary flat mattress.

    People, those who have Degenerative spondylolisthesis, Osteoarthritis and Spinal stenosis, for them sleeping in a reclining position can make it easier to sleep comfortably all through the night.

    If the patient feels that his or her night’s rest is being hampered by sleeping on an ordinary flat mattress and feels better to relax in a recliner that gives the ultimate comfort to the patient, then it is very important to consider the option of an adjustable bed. There are different types of bed or mattress’s that work for all patients with back problems.

    The patient’s own choice of sleeping comfort helps in determining which type of bed or mattress will be the best and will relieve the pain or stiffness in the lower backbone.

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  • Why Buy an Adjustable Bed? – by Nicole Martins
    By 5 Wheel Scooters on July 16th, 2009 | No Comments Comments

    Spending the night awake or waking up feeling sore certainly takes the joy out of sleeping. And since we spend 1/3 of our lives in bed sleeping or trying to do so, a comfortable mattress and bed is essential.

    If you’re like most people, you are probably most familiar sleeping on a flat bed containing bed frame and mattress. You shop carefully for a mattress, making sure to test drive before buying, and make a decision based on how comfortable the mattress feels when you’re lying down on it. There really is no “best mattress” as this is subjective. Best is what works for you. see: http://www.wheelchair-ramps-and-mobility-aids.com/adjustable-bed-mattresses.htm

    However, there are limitations to a regular mattress, and this quite simply is because human beings are designed with contours that a flat bed cannot support. For example, our spines are S shaped and our legs have curves. When you lie on your back these gaps or contours on a flat bed are not supported, which keeps your muscles working and tense.

    Take lying down to another level and you’re looking at an adjustable bed which adjusts into countless positions, even positions that support your curves while lying on your back. (Craftmatic beds 1001 positions). It is for this reason that many people prefer adjustable beds. And, many people choose adjustable beds for health reasons.

    Health Reasons

    Take for example, elevating the upper body to help reduce acid reflux and heartburn. (The elevated position allows gravity to keep stomach acid from flowing up into the esophagus.) Another example: elevating the legs to reduce edema or swelling in the lower legs.

    Comfort and relaxation are other benefits. Depending upon brand and model you can select options or special features like: massage and heat.

    Mattress/bed sizes include: single, double/queen and king, and you can look for “Dual” queen or king beds, which are two separate side-by-side adjustable mattresses, ideal for a couple who recline and sleep in different positions.

    If you are looking to buy an adjustable bed take a look at some of the trusted brands; Craftmatic, Sealy, Simmons, Serta, Sleep Comfort and Flex-A-Bed are best known. Some manufacturers, (Sleep Comfort) allow a 90-Day home trial & money-back guarantee as well as a 90 day firmness swap out. However, this is not standard. Make sure to take your time and get to know the differences before buying. This will not only bring you comfort, it will help you to get a good night sleep!

    About the author: Nicole Martins, a contributing writer to Wheelchair Ramps and Mobility Aids, is finally getting some sleep. Read more about adjustable beds or visit this site at: http://www.wheelchair-ramps-and-mobility-aids.com/adjustable-beds.htm

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