[Video] Stephanie Hughes Tries The New Coloplast Sensura Mio Ostomy Bag

Stephanie Hughes, of the StolenColon.com, shared a video about her experience with the new Coloplast Sensura Mio.



If you'd like to try the Coloplast Sensura Mio ostomy bags, you can purchase them JRSMedical.com. ry them for yourself.

Now It's Your Turn

Tell us about your experience with the Mio, or leave your comments about the video below.

First Look at the New JRS Medical App

The new JRS Medical app is here!

Today, we're going to take a quick look at the app and it's features. But before we begin, visit the iTunes store or Android store and download a free copy.

The Opening Screen

The opening screen is the heart of the app. From this screen you can:

• Share the app with your friends on Facebook and Twitter
• and choose Contact, About, Alerts, Shop and more. (All described below)

The Contact Screen

The contact screen contains a map to the JRS Medical store, hours of operation and an area to leave comments. You can also Call Us, get directions to the store, email us or visit the JRSMedical website, by clicking the buttons at the bottom of the screen.

The About Screen

The About screen has important information about JRS Medical and our shipping and return policies. You can also leave comments on each of these screens, so tell us what you think!

The Alerts Screen

The Alerts (Messages) screen is a notification center for the latest news and offers from JRS Medical. Sorting options are found at the bottom of the page.

The More Screen

The More Screen is loaded with additional features. You can:

• Follow us on your favorite social network, like Facebook or Twitter
• Share the app with your friends
• Visit our blog to read the latest articles
• Locate JRS Medical in your phone or tablet's map program
• Write on our Fan Wall
• Find QR Code Coupons
• Use the built in QR Code Scanner on any QR Codes you encounter
• And Find your car. Yes, find your car. This is a hidden gem in the app. Just hit the Set button when you park your car, and you'll be able to find it when you return to the parking lot.

The Shop Screen

The Shop screen makes it easy to purchase your favorite products in the JRS Medical Store. You'll find a home button that returns you to this screen from anywhere in the store, a shopping buggy that takes you to your shopping cart to complete your purchases and a list of products by category.

The Product Screen

Once you've chosen your product, you'll see a screen like this. It has a product image, title, product information, pricing, description and add to cart button. Just click the add to cart button and you'll be taken to your shopping cart for secure checkout. In the shopping cart you can change the quantity of each product and return to the store to add more products to your cart.

What do you think?

We've spent a lot of time developing the JRS Medical app for you, but there is always room for improvement. What do you think of the app? What would you add or change? We'd like to hear from you!

Loud Snoring: Do You Have Sleep Apnea?

If you're reading this, you've probably either heard or said this, "Your snoring keeps me up at night. I can't sleep!" But loud snoring could be the tip of the iceberg. It could be pointing a bigger issue, sleep apnea.

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Sleep apnea is characterized by pauses in your breathe for 10 seconds or more and could happen several times an hour. The side effects include: high blood pressure, stroke, heart failure, irregular heart beats, heart attacks, diabetes, depression and worsening of ADHD.

Sleep Apnea: What are the Symptoms?

The most common signs and symptoms of sleep apnea are:

• Excessive daytime sleepiness
• Waking up short of breath
• Loud snoring or episodes of choking, gasping or breathing cessation while sleeping
• Waking up with a dry mouth or sore throat
• Frequent morning headaches

If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, it's time to talk to your doctor about treatment options. For many, the best option is CPAP therapy.

Check out our CPAP and BiPAP supply section to see a variety of masks, supplies and machines available to help you sleep.

You owe it to yourself, and your partner, to talk to your doctor today. Treating your sleep apnea will have a positive effect on your life.

Bonus Video: Why is Sleep so Important?

Why is sleep so important? Russell Foster is a circadian neuroscientist: He studies the sleep cycles of the brain. And he asks: What do we know about sleep?

Staying Fit While You Travel

Summer is here, and that means it's time to travel. Some will take a vacation to a fun destination like Walt Disney World.  For others, it will be a retreat in Palm Springs or hiking in the Rockies.

But what about your workout routine? You've worked too hard to miss a week of exercise. What should you bring with you?

TravelFitness.com created a packing list that will keep you moving while your gone. As I reviewed their list, I discovered that we have a few of the items that they recommend in our store. I've included links in the list below.

These are the fitness items they recommend:

athletic bag

weight-lifting gloves

walking/running shoes, cross trainers

loose-fitting exercise clothes (layers in winter, light in summer)

plenty of white socks

ankle and wrist weights

other portable workout gear

personal travel exercise routine

music and music player

exercise audiotape/videotape

pedometer

swimming gear (even if only for the Jacuzzi/sauna)

jump rope

exercise bands / surgical tubing

water weights

sports bra, jock strap

plastic bag for dirty athletic clothes

What would you include on this list? Where are you going this year? Leave a comment below!

Happy, healthy and safe vacation to you and your travel partners. And if you see Mickey Mouse, say "Hello" for us!

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Pain Relief with the OTC Rebound TENS Unit

As summertime approaches, and you begin exercising, bicycling, walking and swimming again, you're likely to experience some pain. That's why we're featuring the Rebound TENS Unit. Lower back pain, tennis elbow, muscle and joint pain don't have to slow you down.

What is a TENS Unit?

A Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator, or TENS Unit, is used to treat pain. It sends small electrical pulses through the skin to the nerves.

The Rebound TENS Unit has two modes:

1. High Frequency - A continuous, mild, electrical activity blocks the pain signal traveling to the brain. Brain cells perceive pain. If the pain signal does not get through to the brain, the pain is not “felt.”
2. Low frequency - Short bursts of mild electrical activity cause the body to release its own pain easers called beta endorphins. This is done by stimulating the body’s own natural pain-control mechanism.

What Types of Pain does the Rebound TENS Unit Treat?

The Rebound TENS unit has been successfully used to treat many types of pain conditions, such as:

• Chronic Pain
• Acute Pain
• Cervical (neck)
• Post-operative
• Amputation
• Muscle and joint
• Phantom limb
• Tendonitis
• Fractures
• Lower back
• Tennis elbow
• Lumbago
• Leg pain
• Sciatica
• Arthritis

Is the Rebound TENS Unit easy to use?
Here's a short video that demonstrates how easy it is to use.



Where can I purchase the Rebound TENS Unit?
You can purchase your Rebound TENS Unit at JRSMedical.com today. We also have additional supplies and electrode refill kits available. Don't let pain stop you from the summer of your dreams!

Kettlebell Swing: Build a Strong Back, Butt, Legs, Hips and Core

As summer approaches, it's time to think about fitness, family vacations and outdoor activities. That means running, hiking, biking and swimming. Are you ready? Kettlebells can help you reach your goals.

In the video below, called "The KettleBell Swing," Physical Therapist Ann Wendel discusses how to properly do the exercise, correct body positioning and technique.

Benefits of the Kettlebell Swing

In her article, "Swing into Summer: The Kettlebell Swing," Ann explains the benefits of this exercise:

One of my favorite exercises to teach my clients is the Kettlebell Swing. This exercise has many benefits such as:

• Teaching the hip hinge with spinal alignment
• Developing strength in the posterior chain (back and butt)
• Teaching patients to use their legs and hips to drive lifting motions rather than using their arms
• Integration of the diaphragm and pelvic floor with lifting objects
• Development of cardiorespiratory endurance
• Development of grip strength

Let's Go!

Sound advice and motivation like this is what you need to reach our fitness goals. As a reminder, check with your physician to discover what level of exercise is appropriate for you, and always use proper technique and safe equipment.

We Can Help

Need kettlebells? At JRS Medical, we have a large selection of exercise equipment to help you meet and exceed your fitness goals. Shop our selection of kettlebells and have a safe and healthy summer!

We Love Social Media! Let’s Talk on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Pinterest

We love to chat! That's one of the reasons we love doing business on the internet. We get to meet and talk to people from all over the world.

That's why we're so active on social media channels like Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Pinterest. These communities are perfect places to ask questions, leave comments and get relevant news about the latest health, fitness and family ideas and topics. Everything from holidays to recipes and workout routines to home safety, we talk about it!

We'd love to hear what you have to say. Come and join the conversation!

Social Media Summer for us at JRS Medical

This month starts Social Media Summer for us at JRS Medical. We need your help to grow our social media community by following us, commenting, asking questions and sharing our posts with you friends and family. You can find us on the following social media channels:

Facebook

The JRS Medical page on Facebook is a great community to join. It's a great place to learn and discuss your ideas. It's also easy to share and comment on the items we add.

Twitter

If you haven't tried Twitter yet, follow JRS Medical on Twitter and see what it's all about. We really love the short messages and ongoing conversations that we have there.

Google+

JRS Medical on Google+ is a new and growing community of people who like to discuss fitness, exercise, medical equipment and just about anything. Check it out!

Pinterest

The JRS Medical boards on Pinterest include: Fitness & Exercise, Food & Drink, Recipes, Healthy Eating & Treats, Healthy Lifestyles, Inspirational & Quotes,Happy Home! Cleaning, Organizing and Safety, Holidays and more.

Blog

 The JRS Medical blog is published on Monday morning and has articles relating to health, fitness, medical equipment, medical supplies and holidays. Always something new.

Website

The JRS Medical Website has a wide variety of:

• Medical Supplies: ostomy supplies, wound care, diabetic supplies, enteral nutrition and incontinence
• Medical Equipment: Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, hospital beds, scooter, lift chair recliners and knee walkers
• Fitness Gear: weights, exercise mats, foam rollers, medicine balls and therapy supplies
• Medications and Over The Counter (OTC) Supplies: antibiotics, digestive aids, needles & syringes, pain relievers and topical treatments

It's Your Turn

Are you following us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Pinterest? If not, why not follow us today? Let's talk!

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