Blog Posts in 2017
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How Occupational Therapy Helps in Stroke Rehabilitation
Posted By King Street RehabAfter a stroke, your loved one has a long journey to rehabilitation ahead of them. Along the way, they will be supported by a number of rehabilitation professionals, who are there to assist your loved one in regaining their functioning and independence again. Among these professional are occupational therapists, who help your loved one relearn to handle daily tasks. Here are some of the ways an ...Continue Reading -
Brain-Healthy Foods That Can Reduce Your Alzheimer's Risk
Posted By King Street RehabAlzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, is a progressive disease that affects one’s memory and cognitive abilities, for which there is no cure. For those with family members who suffer from Alzheimer’s, it is often a scary and emotional experience to have to watch your loved one gradually forget all that he or she once held dear. Although there is no cure for this disease, it is ...Continue Reading -
10 Important Nutrition Tips for Seniors
Posted By King Street RehabMost people struggle with maintaining a healthy diet comprised of all the necessary nutrients their bodies need, but seniors in particular can feel challenged. As our bodies age, our metabolisms start to slow down – with a major decrease in efficiency around the age of 40 and again at 60 – and our nutritional needs increase or start to vary. This combination of occurrences causes a double-whammy ...Continue Reading -
The Importance of Physical Therapy for Seniors
Posted By King Street RehabFor seniors who want to retain their independence, managing a long-term illness, or simply want to improve their mobility and overall health, physical therapy can be incredibly beneficial toward achieving these goals. In addition to improving mobility and functionality, physical therapy can reduce pain and promote better strength and balance. Many seniors require physical therapy due to injuries ...Continue Reading -
Can Poor Sleep Lead to Alzheimer's Risk?
Posted By King Street RehabMany scientists have, in recent years, uncovered a possible link between sleep and senior memory impairment. The neuroscientists at the University of California, Berkeley published their findings in Nature Neuroscience , revealing that age-related deterioration of the prefrontal cortex region of the brain was connected to one’s failure to achieve the kind of deep sleep that helps the brain ...Continue Reading -
What Are the Qualities of an Exceptional Caregiver?
Posted By King Street RehabIf you are considering hiring a caregiver, you will want to properly screen possible candidates to ensure you and your loved one are comfortable and satisfied with the services they offer. This is not a minor decision, so try not to worry about asking too many questions. There is no such thing! Matching caregivers with clients is a process exceptional facilities have perfected, but you should ...Continue Reading -
5 Most Common Health Concerns for Seniors
Posted By King Street RehabAs people age, new health concerns emerge, presenting different challenges. Being aware of the potential changes you may begin to face as a senior can help you take an active role in your health, and allow you to take the right steps to minimize your risk for disease as you age. Given that the life expectancy for those living in the United States today is longer than ever before, you will want to ...Continue Reading -
Tips to Stay Sharp as You Age
Posted By King Street RehabAs people age, change begins to occur throughout the body, including the brain, which gradually shrinks. This shrinkage causes nerve cells to lose connections with other cells, resulting in instances of forgetfulness. These changes are generally normal, but for some, it might indicate the early signs of a serious condition, such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease. These conditions are severe and ...Continue Reading -
Improving Heart Health
Posted By King Street RehabEver heard the saying “you are what you eat”? This couldn’t be further from the truth. Many foods nowadays, particularly convenience foods, are processed and loaded with preservatives and chemicals that tend to have long-lasting detrimental effects on our bodies. One particular system it affects is our cardiovascular system (heart and blood vessels). Those who are over-weight, have high blood ...Continue Reading -
Caring for your Emotional Health
Posted By King Street RehabAn accident, injury or illness can be a very stressful event, both for the patient and their loved ones. It is often met with uncertainty and fear leading to sadness, disappointment, guilt, hopelessness, helplessness, discouragement, anxiety, nervousness and a myriad of other negative thoughts and ideas about what is to come. Most patients report that the loss of their independence elicits or ...Continue Reading -
Preventing Falls
Posted By King Street RehabEveryone understands how devastating a fall can be. So, it is not only important, but essential that we understand measures we can take to prevent them. We all know the importance of exercising and keeping our muscles strong. But did you know that the most important muscle to use to prevent falls is your BRAIN! The best way to prevent falls is to think about what you're doing. Athletes concentrate ...Continue Reading
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