Posts Tagged ‘senior health’
Physical Therapy and Wound Care for Seniors
Is there a reason to look towards physical therapy and wound care for seniors? What is the connection between physical therapy and wound care? It may come a news to some, but seniors with acute or chronic wounds can be referred to physical therapy, for helping the wounds to heal better and faster.…
Read MoreHand Exercises for Stroke Survivors – it’s in Your Hands
What is the importance of doing hand exercises for stroke survivors? The importance of early activity in limbs that were affected by a stroke, has been proven by studies. Usually, a stroke survivor will learn how to exercise an affected hand with the help of a physical and/or occupational therapist. Therapists will teach ways…
Read MoreAvoiding Bedsores and Pressure Sores in Seniors
Avoiding bedsores and pressure sores in seniors is a project requiring paying attention to a patient’s position. This applies to patients who spend a lot of time in bed or in a wheel chair. When there is pressure on a particular part of the body for a length of time, it causes a lack of…
Read MoreSenior Health: Yoga for Bedridden Patients
Where does yoga for bedridden patients fit into the exercise-for-seniors-scene? The importance of exercise in senior health features prominently. There are many types of exercise. Seniors are often recommended to try tai chi or yoga as well as water-based exercising. These are low impact exercises that can build body strength. If a patient is bedridden…
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