Fun Ways to Stay Active Indoors this Summer
Summer allows us to enjoy many outdoor activities and time with family and friends. Barbecues, swimming, and trips to the beach make summer an exceptional time of year! For aging adults, the summer months can also be hazardous to your health. Problems like dehydration, sunburn and exasperation of pre-existing conditions are common after too much sun exposure. It’s […]
7 Things We Know Up-front About the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM)
HTS is feeling optimistic as we read the latest reimbursement model change proposed by CMS and released late afternoon on Friday, April 27th. If you haven’t had the chance to dive into RSC-1, this was gearing up to be the biggest reimbursement overhaul since PPS. The RSC-1 has now been modified and renamed to the […]
Living With Arthritis
Living With Arthritis Arthritis is a condition characterized by painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints. More than 50 million adults have one of the 100 different types of arthritis. Although we think of arthritis as a disease associated with aging; it affects people of all ages, sexes and races. It can be life changing […]
Difficulty Swallowing
Speech Therapy involves the evaluation and treatment of people who have trouble with speech, language, cognitive function, as well as swallowing disorders. Adults can develop these problems after a stroke, traumatic brain injury, concussion, or a neurological disease such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, ALS or multiple sclerosis. Having a swallowing disorder, also known as dysphagia, is a […]
Life is Good. Occupational Therapy Can Make it Better.
Occupational Therapists work every day to help others live their life to the fullest. When a person is affected by illness, accident, disability, or a mental health condition, occupational therapists help individuals stay active and live well despite limitations. With the help of Occupational Therapists, people can live more independent and productive lives. Benefits of Occupational Therapy […]
Regaining Control: Managing Urinary Incontinence
Have you ever leaked urine when you cough, sneeze, laugh or lift? Have you ever had a sudden and uncontrollable need to urinate? Have you ever lost control of your bladder? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may find yourself struggling with urinary incontinence and you’re not alone. What is Urinary Incontinence? […]
Strong at Heart
Did you know that the heart is the hardest working muscle in your body? The heart beats 115,000 times a day, pumping about 2,000 gallons of blood throughout the body. Because the heart works so hard, we need to do our best to take care of it. By keeping your heart healthy, you decrease your chances for […]
Pneumonia Can Be Prevented – Lower Your Risk
Pneumonia is lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, in which the air sacs fill with liquid, rendering them useless for breathing. Having pneumonia is very taxing on the body, especially for older adults. Older adults are more susceptible to developing pneumonia especially after a surgery. Weakened immune systems, pain medications, sedatives, and anesthesia are all factors […]
Don’t Let Diabetes Stop Your Holiday Fun!
Managing diabetes during the holidays can be challenging. Health often takes a back seat to attending parties, shopping, and travel. Planning ahead and making deliberate choices can make all the difference in keeping your diabetes in check. Use these tips below to make your holidays healthier! Plan for Parties Offer to bring a dish to […]
Therapy Can Help Those With COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is an umbrella term used to describle progressive lung diseases such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and non-reversible asthma. People with COPD suffer with continued and increasing breathlessness. The symptoms of COPD are sometimes difficult to notice because they can be mistaken for the common cold or normal aging. COPD affects an estimated […]