Arthritis can be severe or mild but tends to get worse over time as there is no cure. Of all the different kinds of arthritis, osteoarthritis is the most common. Rheumatoid arthritis, an immune system-related disease, is less common, and generally more painful and debilitating. Fortunately, there are therapies, such as physical therapy and [...]
Memory loss tends to be most prevalent in elderly people but that doesn’t mean memory improvements cannot be made. Memory rehab helps improve the quality of life of patients with conditions such as dementia. If your loved one has a degenerative neurological condition such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease memory rehab can help. Interventions [...]
Falls can cause injuries, no matter who is falling, but for seniors, these are especially dangerous. A fall can cause fractures or broken bones, with slow recovery times, especially for those with underlying conditions. In many cases, there are irreversible complications, though rehab after a fall can help prevent such issues. The most important [...]
A hip fracture is one of the most common types of broken bones for elderly people. This type of injury is extremely serious, resulting in surgery to repair the damage. Afterward, you will likely need professional medical care, including hip replacement care, to help with recovery. This rehab therapy will speed up this process, [...]
Surgery can be a necessity to repair damage to your heart or joints or to remove cancerous tissue. Regardless of the reason, there will be some post-surgery recovery required to get you back on your feet. For elderly patients, this can be a long process, especially if there are complications involved. Other factors that [...]
Reduced strength, flexibility and mobility is common in elderly people. Mobility loss can leave you fearful of falling over and risking injury. It can also have negative emotional effects. But there are things you can do to reduce such risks and maintain your mobility and independence for longer.For instance, occupational therapy for fall prevention can [...]
Hospital visits can be the result of an injury, serious illness, or surgery. Afterward, you may require inpatient care in rehab, which offers high levels of specialized care that’s not available at home. This includes 24-hour nursing care for those who don’t have the physical or mental ability to care for yourself. The duration of [...]
Forgetfulness seems to come with age, though some people have more issues with memory loss than others. Those with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other neurological diseases may struggle with this issue. Luckily, there are a variety of memory activities that can help reduce and prevent memory loss.These activities are designed to avoid frustration, improve moods, and [...]
People undergoing treatment for serious injuries, infectious diseases and other health complications, may need tailored rehab to speed their recovery. There are many benefits of short-term rehab, that can set people on the path to recovery and make a huge difference to quality of life.All rehab programs differ and depend on the needs of the [...]
Those with Parkinson’s disease have lost nerve cells in the part of the brain. This reduces dopamine levels, the result of which is reduced control over the bodies’ movements. Though there is no cure, there are several ways to slow the progression and make living with Parkinson’s somewhat easier. Exercise is one of the most [...]
