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Pain Management Practices for Seniors
A study funded by the National Institutes of Health found that around 53% of older adults reported experiencing bothersome pain in the last month. Three-quarters of the respondents also said that they experience pain in more than one location. The st...
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Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness in Seniors
Social isolation is the lack of social contacts or having few people to interact with regularly. Although it is not always necessarily associated with loneliness because others can feel lonely without being socially isolated. And oftentimes, being al...
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What to Choose to Manage Injuries and Pain
Hot or cold compress is one of the go-to first aid when accidents, falls, and emergencies happen. In elder care, it is essential to know what compress to apply. Especially in certain injuries and pain. There are two common options- the hot compress; ...
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Tips for Avoiding Ostomy Odors
Odor is a common concern among ostomy patients, temporary and permanent. But just like with any operation and treatment, you will have to make a few lifestyle changes. Healthpoint Homecare Services LLC is aware of the struggle and stress of having a ...
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Post-Surgical Care Tips
After a successful operation, you have to make sure that your body will recover continuously. Most after-surgery care takes place at home. To promote your full recovery, our home health care in Springfield, Massachusetts came up with the following su...
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Helping Seniors Manage Chronic Pain
Pain is something many seniors struggle with. Because pain is thought of as a normal sign of aging, many seniors do not get the appropriate treatment. Not only does this make seniors’ lives more difficult having to deal with untreated pain every da...
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