Stroke Side Effects: Crying & Laughing Uncontrollably There can be many post-stroke symptoms during the recovery phase. On top of physical problems, cognitive issues can also occur, one of common ones being pseudobulbar affect (PBA). What is...
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How to manage arthritis – Understanding Arthritis Part 2 Arthritis is a condition that often worsens with age. Therefore, it is important for elderly with arthritis to learn how to manage their disease and its symptoms. But how can they do...
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Understanding Arthritis Part 1 – 2 Main Types and Risk Factors It has been found that about 50% of adults 65 years old or older have arthritis. There are 2 main types of arthritis – osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. These damage...
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Falls and slips concern- Fractured neck of femur A fractured neck of femur, or hip fracture, is a break near the hip joint, common in older adults due to weaker bones from conditions like osteoporosis, but it can also result from high-impact...
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Sensory Activities for Elders with Dementia You may often find that your loved elder with Alzheimer’s or dementia live with anxiety, agitation, or anger. To soothe and ease their disturbed mood, you can offer them sensory activities. These...
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