Breastfeeding Awareness Month Gives Babies a Healthy Start

Giving baby a healthy start is the top priority for new parents. For many, this means breastfeeding their newborn. At Westside Medical Supply we support new moms in this effort and recognize the month of August as National Breastfeeding Awareness Month.

Breastfeeding is good choice from an economic standpoint, saving families nearly $1,500 in the infant’s first year. And, healthy babies also mean less down time from work for parents, and reduced medical expenses for the child. According to the United States Surgeon General, “Breastfeeding protects babies from infections and illnesses that include diarrhea, ear infections and pneumonia.” It also is beneficial in reducing the risk of the following illnesses and diseases:

• Asthma
• Obesity
• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
• Breast and Ovarian Cancer (in nursing mother)

The purpose of National Breastfeeding Awareness Month is to increase understanding of the benefits of breastfeeding and help reduce the stigma that is often associated with a mother’s efforts to give their child the very best. Despite all the benefits for mother and child, there are still many obstacles that nursing mothers face, including:

• Lack of support – Sometimes well-intentioned friends and family members offer input on the subject based on personal preferences, making new moms feel discouraged.
• No networking opportunities – The inability to connect with other nursing mothers can leave a new mom feeling very alone.
• Outdated information – Depending upon the health care provider, pregnant mothers may not receive all the facts to make an informed decision about breastfeeding.
• Unsuccessful start - The inability for mothers to successfully start breastfeeding can create discouragement and even cause new mothers to give up.
• No workplace support – Offering a private location to pump is great way for employers to meet the needs of nursing mothers. However, many companies do not provide these facilities and even frown upon pumping.

Westside Medical Supply is here to assist new moms who are considering breastfeeding by offering the latest equipment to quickly and discreetly express milk when they are unable to feed their infant directly from the breast. We have a complete supply of breast pumps including units for mothers who only need to pump occasionally as well as hospital grade equipment for working mothers or those who choose to feed their infant from the bottle. We provide breast pumps through mom's insurance which means that the breast pumps end up being FREE! Visit www.wmsupply.com to find the right pump for your needs!

Chronic Back Pain and your options at Westside Medical Supply

A couple of questions we hear a lot of at Westside Medical Supply are, “What can you do for my chronic back pain?” and “What will my insurance cover as far as treatment options?”

Let me answer the first question: There are a couple of options that we can offer for chronic back pain, starting with fitting you for a back brace. This will require a prescription from your Doctor and then we would encourage you to call Westside Medical Supply to schedule an appointment with our Certified Orthotist, Mark Delmotte. Our goal is to make you as comfortable as possible while avoiding surgery at all costs.

A second option is an Alternative Pain Relief Device called the LaserTouchOne that we offer at Westside Medical Supply. This device promotes the body’s natural healing process at the cellular level and is a safe alternative to costly prescriptions or invasive surgery. In fact, it is FDA approved for over-the-counter use and is 93% effective in significantly relieving pain. According to a clinical study evaluating the LaserTOuchOne compared to TENS and LLLT Medical devices in treating Chronic Neck and Shoulder Pain. For a FREE demonstration of the LaserTouchOne, call Westside Medical Supply for an appointment at 585-227-8750.

Finally, you’re also going to want to find out what your insurance covers before purchasing any treatment options for your back or neck pain. We can help with that too! Make sure you have your insurance information handy when you call for your appointment, and we’ll be happy to share what options are available to you through your insurance. For questions or more information, please contact Westside Medical Supply at 585-227-8750 or visit one of our 2 locations on Elmgrove Road in Gates or our new Brighton location at 2210 Monroe Avenue!

Experience State-Of-The-Art Mobility With Westside Medical Supply

Relying on a wheelchair for mobility no longer has to be a limitation. New advancements in wheelchair technology has made it easier than ever to get around via wheelchair. At Westside Medical Supply, we exist to provide you with mobility in your life again. Family owned and operated, Westside Medical Supply has been providing medical equipment to consumers, hospitals medical professionals and government agencies in the Rochester, New York area for more than 10 years!

With headquarters in Rochester, Westside Medical Supply has grown to be on of the leading providers of rehab equipment, including wheelchairs, in the area. No matter your needs, our specialists can help you find the medical equipment needed for enhanced mobility. In addition to state-of-the-art wheelchairs, our inventory also includes lift chairs, ramps, hospital beds and mattresses, crutches, walkers and other medical accessories.

Westside Medical Supply has become the clinician's choice for al the things related to complex rehab equipment and wheelchair service for a number of reasons. Our company was built on RESNA certified professionals, factory trained technicians, a premier billing and process management system, cutting edge software and technology enhancements.

Owner and CEO of Westside Medical Supply, Ron Nettnin, has over 26 years of experience providing the area with exceptional wheelchair technology. He is known for his broad understanding of custom rehabilitation, wheelchair sitting technology and home health care operational management. From assisting employees in day-to-say operations to enhancing customer experience, Ron Nettnin is changing the industry one wheelchair at a time!

Our goal is to meet your needs, enhance independent functional mobility and quality of life. To learn more about Westside Medical Supply and our products, visit us at wmsupply.com or give us a call at 585-227-8750.