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The Art of Self-Soothing: Coping With PTSD Without Medication

The Art of Self-Soothing: Coping With PTSD Without Medication
By Hulet Smith, OT

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a prevalent mental health condition affecting millions of Americans, including veterans, children, and teens. While not curable, PTSD symptoms can be effectively managed through various treatments, including professional therapy, medication, and self-soothing techniques. While PTSD can be challenging, there are numerous strategies available to help people regain control of their lives and manage their symptoms effectively.


Making VA Purchases Easier: A Guide to the Top Medical Products

Making VA Purchases Easier: A Guide to the Top Medical Products
By Hulet Smith, OTR/L, MBA, CEO

Discover our handpicked selection of VA-favored medical products to simplify the purchasing process for dedicated Purchase Agents serving VA clinics. These reliable and effective items, sourced from our sales data, ensure quality patient care.


Grab Hold of Confidence: Top Tips for Selecting the Ideal Grab Bar for Your Home

Grab Hold of Confidence: Top Tips for Selecting the Ideal Grab Bar for Your Home
By Mike DeWilde, OTR/L

Grab bars enhance home safety, especially for those with mobility challenges. This guide covers selection and placement in rooms like bathrooms and bedrooms, considering size, style, and weight capacity. In addition, we discuss our favorite grab bars for each room!


Transforming Lives: 5 Innovative Products for Veterans

Transforming Lives: 5 Innovative Products for Veterans
By Benjamin K. Mattox, DrPH, PA-C

Discover the latest innovations in patient care with our article highlighting therapist-approved products that promise to enhance treatment outcomes. Explore these favored tools of experienced therapists and elevate the quality of care for every patient.


RehabMart: A Valuable Partner for VA Healthcare Professionals

RehabMart: A Valuable Partner for VA Healthcare Professionals
By Benjamin K. Mattox, DrPH, PA-C

For purchasing agents, orthopedic providers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals working within Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals, finding reliable sources for medical and rehab equipment is paramount. In this article, we explore how a partnership with RehabMart can greatly benefit VAs by providing a seamless procurement experience and access to a diverse range of high-quality products at affordable prices.


Best Physical Therapy Products [Recommended by a PT]

Best Physical Therapy Products [Recommended by a PT]
By Morgan Hopkins, DPT, CMTPT

Physical therapy is an essential aspect of rehabilitation and recovery for people who have undergone surgeries, injuries, or suffer from chronic pain. Choosing the right products can help accelerate the healing process and provide ongoing relief. Morgan, a physical therapist with years of experience, has tried and tested numerous physical therapy products and has narrowed down her favorites. In th...

Caring for Veterans: 7 Best Tools to Manage Chronic Pain

Caring for Veterans: 7 Best Tools to Manage Chronic Pain
By Mike Price, OT

Our veteran population experiences severe and chronic pain 40% more often than non-veterans, but medical professionals recommend exhausting non-invasive methods before trying more serious pain killers and surgery. Read more to find out what our 7 favorite pain-relieving devices are and how they can be used to get relief!


Top 5 Best Wheelchairs for Veterans

Top 5 Best Wheelchairs for Veterans
By Mike Price, OT

Veterans are made up by people of all kinds, but one thing that many have in common is the need for assistive technology either due to injuries, illnesses, or aging. Because of the unique needs many veterans have for a wheelchair, finding the right one can be hard, but we broke it down and ranked some of the best from our catalog. Find out what we chose and why by reading more!


Caring for Veterans: What Do I Need To Get Started?

Caring for Veterans: What Do I Need To Get Started?
By Mike Price, OT

Veterans are some of the most well-loved people in our communities, but they face a lot of challenging medical conditions that can make many facets of life difficult, especially as they age. We've put together some of the most important tips and products to help you care for veterans. Read on to learn everything you need to know to get started.