Senior Health: Facts About Arthritis

Edmonton Senior Health  |  June 14, 2019

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB, Needs to Know About Arthritis

Facts About Arthritis | Studies show that one in five adults suffer from arthritis. Although it is the leading cause of disability among seniors in America it is not a diagnosis. Instead, it is a term that covers more than one hundred conditions that affect the joints.

Facts About Arthritis: Signs and Symptoms

A lot of people think that arthritis affects only hands and feet, but in fact, this condition can affect any joint in the body. People who are experiencing symptoms such as joint redness, swelling, pain, stiffness, warmth, or difficulty with movement should visit their physician.

Facts About Arthritis: The Diagnosis

To identify the type of arthritis, medical professionals will conduct a physical exam, gather medical history, and even run some blood tests. Afterward, depending on the type of arthritis, they will determine the ongoing treatment plan. Although this condition cannot be cured, some treatments help manage the symptoms.

Three Strategies for Arthritis Management:

#1 – Lifestyle changes:

Seniors who suffer from arthritis may need to change their daily routines and stop performing certain activities. Although some regular tasks might present a challenge, planning can make things easier. Older adults who cannot stand for a long time due to arthritis pain can place a stool in their kitchen so they can prepare meals sitting down. A lot of seniors who are experiencing joint pain start using non-affected parts of the body more often. For example, if a person’s wrist hurts, they will use their shoulder to open the door.

#2 – Movement:

Seniors with arthritis should not spend too much time sitting since this can only make things worse. Instead, they should walk around and stretch every 15 minutes, even if they need to set an alarm that will remind them to do so.

#3 – Weight:

Overweight seniors with arthritis should consult their doctor for exercise and diet recommendations. Since excess weight can worsen the condition, maintaining a healthy weight is a must.

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is Proud to Offer a Wide Range of Home Senior Care Services

Our trained caregivers will ensure your loved one is comfortable, independent and safe in their home. On top of that, we will also aim to enhance their overall health, quality of life and general happiness. 

Top-Notch Home Healthcare for Seniors in Edmonton, Alberta

Comfort Keepers of Edmonton offers a broader range of senior care services. We offer retirement care, respite care, senior care, companionship care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, palliative care, personal care, and senior living transition services. If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones, we can provide 24-hour care and more!

Helping Seniors Age-in-Place with Companionship Care and Interactive Caregiving™

Empathetic care starts in the heart and allows us to meet our client’s needs. Our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind, empathy. We strive to stimulate our clients emotionally, mentally and socially, thus enhancing their overall quality of life. 

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses companionship, safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs). The system increases seniors’ sense of well-being, independence and companionship by focusing on Senior Mind, Senior Body, Senior Nutrition, and Senior Safety.

Affordable and Client-Directed Homecare is Available for Qualifying Albertans

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is an Approved Service Provider for the Client Directed Homecare Invoicing (CDHCI) Program Offered by Alberta Health Services. 

What is the Client Directed Home Care Invoicing Program (CDHCI)?

CDHCI is a great program provided by Alberta Health Services (AHS), allowing clients to choose an approved agency like Comfort Keepers Edmonton for Personal Care, Respite Care and Homemaking needs. The chosen agency can then bill AHS directly for services rendered for approved hours through Alberta Blue Cross. Read more about the program HERE.

Accredited Home Care Edmonton

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton was awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada. This honour demonstrates Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton, AB.

To learn more about senior in-home care in Edmonton, contact the Comfort Keepers® office. Our service territory includes Edmonton, Devon, Sherwood Park, Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact the Comfort Keepers Edmonton office at 780-465-4665.

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