Just two weeks away! Will we see you there?! Los Angeles Abilities Ex...

The Los Angeles ABILITIES EXPO is right around the corner!  We can't wait to see you there, help you out with your equipment,  and answer any questions you have! Here's some memories from our previous years making friends at the Expo! ...

We don't always talk about products on our blog, but when we do, it's because they're just that good! This week we're talking a winner of the CES 2018 INNOVATION AWARD, the Whill Model Ci! This modern wheelchair takes independence and accessibility to a whole new level with it's exceptional indoor & outdoor maneuvering, portability, and trendy construction. And the cherry on top is your choice of 6 different colors! But why read about it when you can see it for yourself... ...

Finding a living situation that accommodates the needs of someone with disabilities- or even aging parents  -can be a difficult task, especially if you've never had to think about it before. Whether you are looking to modify your own home to meet someone's unique needs, or you are helping them locate accommodations that will suit their needs better, here's checks to make sure you get the safest, most accessible home possible: 1) Doorways At Least 36" Wide If your loved one has a wheelchair, scooter or walker- or if you think they may need one in the future- it's best to know ahead of time whether the doorways in a potential accommodation will facilitate these needs. Measure all doorways to ensure they're at least 36" wide to ensure your loved one will always get around their...

To those who sleep easily, insomnia or sleep apnea doesn't sound so bad.  To those who experience it, it's nothing less than excruciating.  Not only do you lie awake for hours while everyone you love enjoys rest, but during the day you lack the energy for the things you love.Then when evening rolls around again, you dread bedtime instead of look forward to it.  And the exhausting cycle is endless unless a change is made.  We carry a variety of DreamStation machines to help you get the rest your mind and body so desperately desire. Come see us at our Showroom and we'll help you choose the perfect DreamStation for your needs.  Until then, click the image above for a video showing just how the dreamstation helped a man get his life back...

This year, try talking to yourself like you'd talk to your best friend.  If it’s not advice you’d give them, don’t accept it for yourself.  If it’s a thought that is degrading, discouraging or comparing, turn it around.  Make a pact with yourself to speak with the encouragement and grace you’d give someone else. You can learn a whole lot more from listening to someone  than you can from deciding what they’re thinking or why they’re doing something.  Listening will teach you things logic never could,  and will allow relationships to grow in a fuller, healthier direction.  You might even find people returning the favor. So often we compare our lives to the highlight reels of everyone else,  thinking what we...

Wow!  Christmas is right around the corner! If you're like most of us, you're probably rushing around to check off those last gifts on your list!  Well you know that we have wheel chairs and such, but did you know we also have smaller items that might be the perfect gift for someone in your life?  Here's just a few of the items that could work for someone you love, and if you head into our store you'll get an automatic 10% Holiday Discount!  Seat cushions are a wonderful gift for those with, or without disabilities! Whether someone you know could use a new seat for their power chair, or you have a friend who sits a lot at their job and is starting to experience back pain, you might just find a cushion here that will relieve tons of stress and strain from...

Russ works for the Triumph Foundation, but sometimes we get lucky enough to see his smiling face on our side of town! We caught him for a little interview when he was in getting the final adjustments on his new chair. Take a loo...

Quite often, the need for new medical equipment comes right out of the blue.  No one was expecting their wheel chair to break, or to strain their back and need a lift chair, or to need a hospital bed installed. These events just weren’t on the calendar! So most of the time we rush to fit in this big purchase into our already packed schedule.  The problem with this scenario is many people end up making a very grave mistake in their rush to purchase the new equipment: They don’t get an in-home assessment first! Think about it.  If you’re getting a new power chair, it may have much different dimensions than the one you previously had, and there may be areas in your home that just aren’t prepared for it. Much better to have a professional who knows the...

We know that the thought of getting new medical equipment customized precisely to your needs can be a vague and daunting idea. But it doesn't have to be that way!  At Sherman Oaks Medical Equipment we help you through every step to make sure you never feel rushed, pressured, unclear, or unheard in your specific requests.  And just to demystify the whole process before you even start, we've created this fun infographic to show just how simple the whole process is! We can't wait to help you find and customize your new favorite! See you soon! ...

We're so grateful to be part of such an amazing Southern California community! Here's to all of you! Happy Thanksgivin...

Many days at Sherman Oaks Medical Equipment are just like any other.  But sometimes [like when three extraordinary people bump into each other's lives] some unexpected magic happens... This was just one of those days.&nbs...

1- Do they answer your questions, or lead you in verbal circles? For most of us, the first thing we do when we’re interested in a product is research online. Very often, the next step is making a phone call to get more clarification on whether the product is right for our individual situation, or if can be customized to become so.  Here's how you’ll be able to spot bad customer service right away: Your clear questions are met with vague, run-around answers.  If you feel like you can’t get a straight answer, or keep getting passed from person to person, look for a better company.  If they don’t care enough to give you a straight answer, they’re only there to make a buck, not bring value to your life. 2- Do they get back to you promptly, or months later? There’s...

For most people, the accelerated pace of the holidays only adds to the excitement.  But many fail to realize there is a huge chunk of the population that actually prefers a slower pace, and is therefore more prone to anxiety and overwhelm during the holidays.  Some simply easily become overstimulated by too much social interaction, light, noises, busyness, and the like, while other’s have to exert extra energy to engage in holiday events due to medical equipment and physical limitations.  Whether it’s a sensory sensitivity or physical challenge, everyone will be a lot happier during the holidays if we just took a moment as hosts to think of the people we will be celebrating with, and how we can accommodate everyone to have an equally enjoyable experience.  Here...

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room.  No, not that little fuzzy purple thing your daughter left in the corner with 3 Cheerios to hold it over till dinner. We’re talking about the fact that medical equipment usually doesn’t come cheap. (And if it does, it probably won’t last or work well. But that’s a whole other issue…)  It’s tough.  You have medical bills for treatments, check-ups, and tests, and now you’re also expected to purchase one of the biggest technological advancements of the modern age like a standing power chair?  It’s asking a lot.  But the truth is, unlike many other countries in the world, there are many different avenues to explore for large purchases.  Still doesn’t make it easy, but it’s not impossible.  As...

When we deal with pain or injury on a daily basis, this is one thing constantly on our minds: How do we stay as comfortable as possible throughout the day? Whether it’s a leg injury, a strained back, or another issue, something that used to be as simple as getting up from the couch to after watching our favorite show may now be an excruciating experience. No thanks. Your rest, relaxation, and movie time with the family shouldn’t be hindered by pain, and a lift chair can change everything. Here’s just a few reasons a lift chair might be the next most important investment into your own wellbeing and enjoyment of life: 1 - EASE OF EXIT First of all, what’s the worst part of sinking into a wonderfully comfortable couch or lazy-chair?  Right:  Getting out...

If you didn't know, October is Down syndrome awareness month! Now, you could just read a fact sheet aboutDown syndrome, but we'd rather read a authentic story like Caleb's.  Here's what his mother Karen beautifully expressed on intsagram that we just had to share: Approximately 50%+ of children born with Down syndrome will have heart conditions; many will have corrective surgery. It’s helped to bring the life expectancy for people with Ds from the mid-twenties to the 60’s & up! The week Caleb was born, we not only got the “potential Down syndrome” news, but also news that he had two heart defects. I can tell you honestly that the heart conditions, and the thought of surgery, frightened me much more than the suspicion that he had Ds. I still remember...

If you don't know us very well yet, here's one thing we feel strongly about:  Being out in our community! Simply staying within the four walls of our business is a foreign concept to us- and this goes beyond simply heading out to see our customers when they need in-home assessments or equipment repairs! There are many great events we love to be a part of in our SoCal community, and one of our favorites is the Rancho Spinal Injury Games! This event is a great opportunity for participants to try out all types of wheelchair sports, get to know new people in their area, find out about useful resources, and just....enjoy the California sunshine! Like any other event we attend, the best part is getting to meet these amazing people! New faces... Great conversations... Fun competitions... Man...

Before we head out of September, we'd like to take a moment to remember it is National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month. There are some amazing organizations out there that support the amazing community who have been affected by SCIs.  For visitors to our page who are less familiar with Spinal Cord Injuries, here are some facts from UnitedSpinal.org to get you up to speed: Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Facts Spinal cord injury (SCI) is an injury to the spinal cord that results in temporary or permanent changes in the spinal cord’s normal motor, sensory, or autonomic function. People who sustain a spinal cord injury often have permanent and profound neurologic deficits and accompanying paralysis. There are approximately 285,000 people in the U.S. living with SCI in 2017. There...

Some of us crave isolation. Others avoid it like the plague.  Depending on our temperament and personality, we may get energized when we have time alone, or we get energized from being around other people. The simple classification for these two types of personalities are introvert or extrovert.  (This is a massive generalization however, because we are all so drastically unique that even within those broad categories there are infinite nuances about each person- which is what makes us each so crucial!) And unbeknownst to some- even introverts need interaction with other people. Regardless of where you fall in the introverted-extroverted spectrum, history has shown that complete isolation and disconnect from other humans has detrimental affects on an individual.  Navigating...