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 [...]
Dementia is the result of abnormal changes in the brain. Over time, it can lead to reduced cognitive abilities, as well as changes in behavioral and emotional responses. Though there is no cure, there are some dementia rehab options that can help to slow its progression. These can include specific medications and rehab therapies, [...]
As we age, play becomes a less important part of our lifestyle. Unfortunately, this lack of recreation or fun activities can actually be detrimental to our health. This is especially true for those suffering from neurological disease, recovering from injuries or illnesses, or undergoing cancer treatments. Recreation therapy improves health in all of these [...]
Anyone who has been through the traumatic experience of back surgery wants to recover fast. But rehab after spinal surgery requires patience and understanding to avoid complications. You may need post-surgery care, rehab therapy, and physical therapy, but note that this won’t start right away. Let’s take a look at the recovery process for those [...]
You may think recreation therapy, also known as “activity therapy”, is only games, arts and crafts and other fun activities for patients with mental or physical issues. However, these activities are customized to patients’ individual needs. The main goal and the benefits of recreation therapy is restoring a patient’s level of independence and functioning [...]
Limited mobility in joints tends to be more common in elderly people, but adults can suffer from this condition, too. Various health conditions or previous accidents can lead to impaired joint flexibility and poor mobility. Rehab therapy for such patients normally includes physical therapy as well as occupational therapy. Your doctor or therapist can [...]
These days hip surgery is very common, especially in the elderly. While success rates are high, hip surgery recovery times vary depending on your age, health, and overall fitness. Recovery will depend on closely following the advice of your doctor on the all-important hip and joint replacement rehab procedures.The doctor will assess you after the [...]
Brain injury rehab has a proven track record of making a positive difference to people’s well-being and independence. Through speech, physical and occupational therapy it is possible to recover from a brain injury at least to some extent. Be sure to ask the doctor looking after your loved one about these rehab therapies. Let’s take [...]
