Mobility can be impacted significantly if balance issues arise. “Decline in balance can be attributed to several things, but while there can be decline, falling is not a normal aging process,” says Kristen Luttrell, DPT at Masonic Homes of Kentucky. Deficiencies in strength, … [Read more...] about Is Your Mobility Hanging In The Balance?
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Hydration And Health…What You Need To Know
Depending on where you were this past summer and how high the temperatures climbed, you may have had dehydration on your mind. It’s easy to remember the need to drink enough water when the sun is shining and the head index is 90 degrees or more, but getting enough fluid is always … [Read more...] about Hydration And Health…What You Need To Know
Manage Your Health Remotely
As technology advances, it continues to open up new opportunities for us to take charge of our health and stay connected with health care providers from the comfort of our homes. Used effectively, these innovative devices and easy-to-use applications can enable us to track our … [Read more...] about Manage Your Health Remotely
Coast Through Your Vacation Even With Mobility Issues
Creating the perfect vacation takes vision, research, and preparation. Preparation for travel with a loved one with mobility issues takes a team. There are so many details to consider. How do you travel from the hotel to a museum or restaurant? How do you get down the narrow … [Read more...] about Coast Through Your Vacation Even With Mobility Issues
Hospice, Home Health, Or Palliative Care: What’s Right For You?
Finding the right type of care for an aging loved one can be confusing, especially when it comes to hospice, home health, and palliative care. While there are differences among them, there is also some overlap as a patient may journey from one type of care to another. … [Read more...] about Hospice, Home Health, Or Palliative Care: What’s Right For You?