by Kara Welke | Aug 13, 2022 | Specialty
Take a look at this week’s blog, to find out how an older adult can improve their health and wellness!https://hometherapysolutionsnd.com/august-is-national-wellness-month-how-can-older-adults-improve-their-overall-wellness/
by Kara Welke | Aug 6, 2022 | Specialty
Oral health concerns that older adults may deal with are:-Tooth decay-Gum disease-Tooth loss-Oral cancer-Individuals with chronic diseases, such as COPD, diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease, may be more likely to develop gum disease(Centers for Disease Control,...
by Kara Welke | Aug 2, 2022 | Specialty
What are some benefits of watermelon?Watermelon contains potassium, magnesium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and is low in calories!The nutrients in watermelon may support heart health.A variety of plant compounds in watermelon potentially have anti-cancer effects.Increases...
by Kara Welke | Jul 28, 2022 | Specialty
When helping an older adult get up from a chair, you want to keep good body mechanics and you want to keep the older adult safe from falling.First, instruct them to sit towards the front of the chair – instruct them to scootch their hips forward until they are...
by Kara Welke | Jul 26, 2022 | Specialty
How can you adjust a cane to the right height?When standing, place your cane on the side opposite of the injured side or weaker side of the body.When holding the cane, the cane should come to your hip bone on the side of your upper thigh.When holding your cane, your...