NeuroMetrix Inc. has created the SENSUS™ Pain Management System, a wearable neurostimulation technology developed for chronic neuropathic pain, including painful diabetic neuropathy.
The Melting Pot
By
Shelly Mesure, MS, OTR/L
Oct 21, 2014
You might be thinking this is going to be about the intriguing restaurant chain The Melting Pot. While I do love fondue (especially the cheese and chocolate varieties), I want to look at something crucial...
Moore-Muñiz joins GMK Associates
Oct 21, 2014
GMK Associates Inc., has made Keri L. Moore-Muñiz the senior design manager in the Interiors Division. She will be customizing spaces for senior living and hospitality clients.
Dear Diary, Last week I attended my first AHCA convention …
By
Eleanor Feldman Barbera, Ph.D.
Oct 16, 2014
There’s nothing like the first time you get to meet people, attend education sessions and see the exhibit hall at the American Health Care Association, as I found out last week. If you weren’t...
Using a nurse-led protocol to reduce infections
By
Gary Damkoehler
Oct 15, 2014
Urinary incontinence is a common and potentially disabling condition affecting up to 30% of those aged 65 years and older. Its prevalence in elderly nursing home patients — up to 70% are admitted with...
PointRight and COMS announce partnership
Oct 14, 2014
PointRight Inc. and COMS Interactive announced plans to join forces with clinical, sales and marketing resources.
Capital One Bank announces $24 million bond for Revera
Oct 14, 2014
Capital One Bank has served as purchaser and placement agent of a $24 million private taxable revenue bond to affiliates of Revera Inc.
Extendicare agrees to historic $38 million settlement related to unnecessary therapy, worthless services...
By
Tim Mullaney
Oct 14, 2014
Extendicare Health Services Inc. and its subsidiary therapy company have agreed to pay $38 million to settle therapy overbilling and quality of care whistleblower charges, federal and state authorities...
NIC: Senior housing sets record for absorption, nursing home occupancy flat
By
Tim Mullaney
Oct 14, 2014
The average occupancy rate for senior housing sailed past 90% in the third quarter, and the absorption rate set a single-quarter record, the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care announced...
More long-term care operators feel pulled away from their day jobs
By
John O'Connor
Oct 10, 2014
There is no denying that change is in the air. And I’m not just referring to yesterday’s agreement that makes Kindred one of the nation’s largest providers of post-acute and home care...