Many seniors will experience long illness, surgery or even age-related pain that limits mobility or movement. In some cases, like stroke or hip replacement, an elderly individual may need support with walking or learning to reuse limbs. Each of these situations generally requires physical therapy, which will be prescribed by a doctor or specialist. Some [...]
Having an active kid in your home can be entertaining and rewarding, but also result in sports-related injuries. If your child gets sidelined with an injury from football, track, gymnastics or another sport, your doctor may refer you to a pediatric physical therapist (PT). A physical therapist’s purpose is to work with your child to [...]
When it comes to choosing in-home senior care, you will find that there are many types of home care services available for the elderly. Home health aides are a common option for seniors who want to remain at home but need both personal and basic health care assistance. But, what does a home health aide [...]
When your elderly loved one is living at home and requires nursing care, you may wonder if a home health nurse could meet their needs. Nurses often care for seniors in their homes for a variety of reasons such as when they return from a prolonged hospital stay, receive a recent medical diagnosis, undergo surgery [...]
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is drawing near. As you prepare for celebrations, family gatherings, and holiday shopping, you should also be mindful about keeping your senior loved ones healthy and safe during this busy time of year. While decorating, indulgent feasts, and winter snow may not phase you, these activities and [...]
