Age Proof Your Brain
Alzheimer’s affects more than 5.4 million Americans and is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, however many experts now believe you can prevent or a least delay dementia – even if you have a genetic predisposition. “The goal is to stave it off long […]
Prevent Aspiration Pneumonia
Speech Therapy’s Role to Practicing Good Oral Care to Prevent Aspiration Pneumonia Aspiration pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs and airways to the lungs (bronchial tubes) from breathing in foreign material. Aspiration pneumonia occurs when foreign materials (usually food, liquids, vomit, or fluids from the mouth) are breathed into the lungs or airways leading to […]
Readmission rates higher with chronic conditions
Hospital readmission rates for chronic conditions are substantially higher than rehospitalizations for acute conditions, regardless of payer or age group, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announced. For example, conditions such as congestive heart failure or diabetes had higher incidences of patients bouncing back to the hospital than for an acute cases like […]
Occupational Therapy is Proven Effective!
Discovered in Europe in the 1700’s and widely used in all American wars, Occupational therapy addresses many areas of the body and mind. We like to say Occupational Therapy helps restore the things we take for granted, such as brushing our hair, putting on socks or using both sides of our body effectively after a […]
Stroke patients undergoing inpatient rehab are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital
Stroke patients undergoing inpatient rehab are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital within three months when they are functioning poorly, exhibit symptoms of depression and lack social support, according to a study conducted at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
Exercise and the Aging Brain
Exercise and the Aging Brain Aging and brain health is a topic of great interest as the older-adult population continues to grow. Neuroscientists are gaining valuable information about the brain & body connection. With dramatic new imaging techniques – MRI, NMRI, PET, and SPECT has allowed researchers to study the working of the human brain […]
Use it or Lose it- How to Treat Deconditioning: Guidelines for physical activity for community dwelling older adults
Recommendations put forth by the Journal of American Family Physician, 2010. Minimum activity for achieving important health benefits includes: Two hours and 30 minutes (150) minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (e.g., brisk walking) per week, plus muscle-strengthening activities on at least two days of the week; or One hour and 15 minutes (75 minutes) of […]
Medication Consideration
With more states enacting legislation that permits direct access to physical therapy, the role of the therapist as a primary point of patient contact increases. As such, physical therapists need to have a better understanding of pharmacology and the mechanism of action and side effects of different medications.
Eight tips for improving your LTC facility
When it comes to renovation, it’s important to carefully plan for both the look and feel and the building’s performance, while sticking within an approved budget. By having a laser-like focus on areas that are sure to make a difference, you can make some drastic improvements without breaking the bank. For more, click here: http://www.ltlmagazine.com/article/eight-budget-friendly-tips-renovating-your-ltc-facility?WA_MAILINGLEVEL_CODE#.T0QUpZRllUA.email […]
Group activities improve mental function in mild to moderate dementia, study finds
February 16, 2012 Structured group activities designed to stimulate cognition has shown to be effective in stimulating cognition in people with mild or moderate stage dementia, according to a study recently published in the Cochrane Database of Systemic Reviews.