Interactive Caregiving | June 14, 2019
Arthritis in seniors can be managed. Arthritis is chronic inflammation affecting one or more joints and is common in older adults. Comfort Keepers will help seniors to better manage their condition, knowing how the disease is identified, diagnosed, and managed successfully.
#DYK – It is estimated that 1 in every 5 adults suffers from arthritis.
Typically, the first signs of arthritis include joint redness, swelling, pain, stiffness, and movement difficulties. Older adults who experience these symptoms should be encouraged to see their doctor immediately.
Physical exams, blood tests and imaging, and insight into the patient’s medical history and genetic information are used to diagnose arthritis.
The medical team will develop an appropriate treatment plan for the arthritis type and severity of the condition. Unfortunately, arthritis is an ongoing, chronic condition that cannot be cured. However, symptoms can be managed to reduce the impact on the patient’s quality of life.
By introducing changes and practicing routines, seniors with arthritis can expect to minimize discomfort and alleviate some of the symptoms. This can include but is not limited to:
While some activities should be refrained from as they become difficult or dangerous, others may need to be slightly adapted. For example, seniors can use a stool in the kitchen when they want to cook but cannot stand on their feet for too long due to arthritis pain. Moreover, seniors with arthritis are often advised to use the non-affected parts of the body more often.
Some types of arthritis make it excruciatingly painful to sit or work in one position for too long. This can also cause the condition to worsen. To avoid this, moving, walking, and stretching every 15 minutes can be soothing and beneficial. Some even opt for the alarm to sound every 15-20 min.
As excess weight can cause more strain on the joints, losing or maintaining a healthy weight is highly recommended.
If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help with 24-hour care, overnight care, respite care, senior care, companionship care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, palliative care, personal care, senior living transition services, and much more!
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Our philosophy is to elevate the human spirit and our caregivers will be there every step of the way to ensure your loved one has a better quality of life. Personal and empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs.
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