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5 Common Caregiving Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 19, 2020

Caregiving by nature requires a lot. Because of the complexity of caregiving, we asked fellow professional, personal, and in-home caregivers mistakes they've made and how to avoid them so you can prepare yourself and learn from the mistakes of others rather than the alternative.

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The Continuum of Mobility: A Guide to Decreased Mobility

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 05, 2020

The “Continuum of Mobility” is a handy guide to help determine your stage of mobility or that of a loved one. While everyone is somewhere on the Continuum, those further forward require increasing assistance to maintain the same level of independence.

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Three Reasons to Use Moist Heat Therapy for Fibromyalgia Pain Management

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · August 02, 2019

With fibromyalgia, patients experience pain and stiffness in the muscles, but there are no measurable findings on X-rays or lab tests. Typically muscle pain is accompanied by fatigue, sleep problems, and anxiety or depression. Many people with fibromyalgia find that their symptoms and quality of life substantially improve as they identify the most effective pain relievers and make lifestyle changes. This often includes using treating fibromyalgia with pain relief medicine that can have significant long term side effects and risks involved. Applying Moist Heat is a great way to help manage Fibromyalgia muscle pain.

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TENS Therapy: What it is and How it Works

Posted by Fahad Ali · August 02, 2019

TENS therapy, or Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation therapy, is a non-invasive and low-risk device that uses electric currents to stimulate nerves to relieve pain conditions. Electrodes placed on the skin near the affected area send impulses of varying frequency and intensity to treat either short term or chronic pain. It is a great pain management alternative for those who are wary of drugs or other possibly addictive painkilling methods.

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An elderly woman using a quad cane in a park

Four Mobility Benefits of Quad Canes

Posted by Fahad Ali · August 02, 2019

If you or your loved one is looking for a way to be more mobile and independent, there are many options to consider. When choosing a cane, it is essential to look at the different types and pick one that is suitable to your lifestyle. Many people often struggle when deciding between a quad cane, and a single tip cane. A quad cane has a similar shaft and handle as a single tip cane but has a larger, 4 pointed base that allows for more stability and ease of use for daily living.

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Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) Therapy and Pain Relief

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · August 02, 2019

Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) is an internationally accepted and proven way of treating muscular injuries while increasing strength. EMS is an effective way to manage pain in a non-addictive, cost-friendly way. It works by sending electronic pulses to the muscle needing treatment, which causes the muscle to exercise passively. These impulses sent by the device mimic Central Nervous System signals that cause the muscles to contract. Often, professional athletes massage muscles as a form of physical therapy after working out to improve blood flow to the sore area.

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