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The June edition of the Caring Right at Home e-newsletter contains information, advice and support for adult caregiving.
Category 'Pain Management'
Exercise is the No. 1 Prescription for Arthritis!
Caregivers provide an extra measure of confidence. Many seniors with arthritis are afraid they will fall, and this fear tempts them to stick close to the couch. The presence of a caregiver lets them know they are not alone, and the caregiver can provide a steady hand if steps are steep or surfaces are uneven. In-home caregivers also remove any hazards in the home, such as clutter or loose throw rugs that might cause a client to trip.
Occupational Therapy Helps Seniors Live Life to the Fullest
Occupational therapy helps people of all ages to live life to its fullest by supporting them to boost health, prevent—or live better with—injury, illness, or disability. It is a practice that revolves around science and is evidence-based, meaning that the plan designed for each individual is supported by data, experience, and “best practices” that have been developed and confirmed over time.
Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic form of arthritis. Although it usually occurs in middle age, its onset also can occur in the elderly.
What Is Palliative Care?
Many people associate palliative care with end-of-life hospice care, but palliative care is offered at any stage of disease and can supplement curative treatment.
House Calls Are Making a Comeback
A new federal program called the Independence at Home Demonstration will test the effectiveness of providing healthcare to thousands of chronically ill Medicare patients in their own homes, allowing them to remain there instead of potentially entering long-term care facilities.
Drug Reactions in Older Adults
Medications help prevent and treat illness and disease, but increasingly among seniors, certain medications are causing adverse drug reactions.
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