What to Know About Physical Therapy for Pain Management
When you’re experiencing pain, there’s no doubt you’re on the search for a way to feel better. And you’re not alone: Roughly 20 percent of the population experience chronic pain, according to the CDC, with the National Institutes of Health calling it a “silent epidemic.” “The prevalence of chronic pain and the increasing use of opioids—which have led […]
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What’s Cooking? Fresh & Healthy Dining in Senior Care
Everyone knows eating the right foods and having good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy life. For individuals in senior living or care communities, dining and getting appropriate nutrition can often serve up a host of challenges. Residents or patients in these communities often become “picky” eaters. Food preferences can vary, depending […]
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Alzheimer’s disease and the family caregiver: Deciding when to make a move
Consider the statistics. Every 65 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease, an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. Today, 5.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. By 2050, this number is projected to more than double, rising to nearly 14 million. Much of the responsibility of caring for people with Alzheimer’s […]
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