Home medical equipment

When we get sick, we might need to use special things called home medical equipment to help us feel better. This can be things like a special bed, wheelchair, oxygen tank, or even a digital thermometer.

Home medical equipment is equipment used by sick people outside of a hospital setting. It is used in the home setting, nursing home setting, or other care facilities.

Doctors and other healthcare providers decide what kind of equipment a person needs based on their specific needs. Once they have decided that, they will write a prescription, which is like a note telling someone which equipment to get.

The prescription is then sent to a medical equipment supplier or pharmacy, who will then provide the equipment to the person. These suppliers have trained staff who can explain how to use the equipment and how to take care of it.

Home medical equipment is very important because it can help people to be more comfortable, recover faster, and live more independent lives even when they are sick or have a disability.