Posts Tagged ‘dementia care’
CHF Rehab, Symptoms, and Causes
Congestive heart failure, or CHF, is a condition where a person’s heart is not capable of functioning adequately. This is obviously a serious illness, and catching symptoms early can make a big difference in outcomes. There are many ways to prevent CHF in most cases, although depending on the cause, it can be difficult to…
Read More“SpinCare,” a Breakthrough in Wound Care
A specialized gun that shoots threads to form a shield on top of a wound is the newest innovation in wound care. The gun, reminiscent of a standard glue gun, may revolutionize the wound care industry, with its ability to protect a wound and let it heal more effectively than traditional wound bandages and dressings.…
Read MoreInnovative Heart Patch to Prevent Muscle Damage During Cardiac Rehabilitation
Heart disease is the number one killer in the world. If someone survives a heart attack, he is already at a much greater risk for another one, and needs to make lifestyle changes to keep his heart healthy. A cardiac rehabilitation program is highly recommended after a heart episode, and it has been shown to…
Read More5 Ways to Offer Emotional Support for Respiratory Rehab Patients
Respiratory diseases are the third highest cause of death in the United States. While many people do well living with the disease, especially if they go through a respiratory rehab program, the physical symptoms they feel and the knowledge they have that they illness could be fatal certainly gives them emotional dissonance. The facts show…
Read MorePhysical Therapy Strategies for Progressive Diseases
Many of the effects of progressive diseases that affect a person’s muscular system can be slowed down or improved with physical therapy. Diseases such as Parkinson’s, Freidrich’s Ataxia, as well as many others, may be progressive and degenerative, but exercises geared toward delaying the progression can improve a person’s chance of health. Physical therapy as…
Read MoreProper Communication and Dementia Care
It can be challenging to communicate effectively when providing dementia care because dementia is all about communication problems. A person who has dementia suffers from a range of symptoms that may include memory issues, clarity in thinking and expression, mood swings, and personality changes. This is in addition to the emotional aspect of someone in…
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