It’s a well-known adage the stress kills but getting involved in some stress-busting activities can make all the difference. Getting into a routine of uplifting and fun activities can make a huge difference to your emotional wellbeing. Even dedicating just 30 minutes of your day to a hobby or fun game can boost your [...]
Atherosclerosis, more commonly known as clogged arteries, is a condition mainly affecting older people. While most atherosclerosis symptoms don’t occur until after a blockage, there are some common symptoms associated with the condition.Haym Salomon Home For Nursing & Rehabilitation in Brooklyn NY delivers outstanding, compassionate, and preventive care to its patients. We work with patients [...]
Injuries affecting the spine are common - most people will have some kind of back problem during their life. A back injury can be demoralizing, debilitating and painful. Knowing about the different back problems and symptoms is the first step on the road to treatment and recovery. Many injuries require specialized care and rehab therapy [...]
A leg swelling is worrying and very unpleasant. It can be mild or serious, and will need swift professional diagnosis, treatment and care.The more serious causes of this condition are fluid build-up and inflammation. Fluid build-up may be related to deep vein thrombosis, acute kidney failure, heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and/or obesity.On the other hand, [...]
Recovering from a serious illness takes time, and usually requires medical care, emotional support, and personalized rehabilitation therapy. Many elderly people who need time to recover from a stroke can regain their independence with stroke rehabilitation. A team of doctors, nurses and therapists will help set you on the road to recovery.Haym Salomon Home has [...]
After undergoing surgery in hospital or rehab care in a nursing home, patients returning home may need additional support. They can benefit from the guidance of occupational therapists, who provide advice on how to adapt and stay safe. What Does Occupational Therapy Do For Adults To Stay Safe? Occupational therapy restores coordination and [...]
Spirituality can play an important role in one’s health and overall wellbeing, especially as we get older. They get you to see life in a wider context, evoke compassion, and help you cope with the vicissitudes of life. Nourishing your spiritual side eases stress, relaxes you, and provides a break from the tasks of daily [...]
Broken bones are not much fun but they are common, so it’s a good idea to know about them. The most common fractured bone is the collarbone, followed by a fracture in the arm, wrist, or hip. There are many different types of fracture, which are painful at first, and can take weeks or [...]
Successful hip replacement rehab includes planning, emotional support, safe physical therapy tailored to your needs, and right diet weight management.It’s vital to take great joint replacement care after hip surgery and follow the advice of your doctor. Humans were made to move and to get moving again after an operation you need to take things [...]
After knee surgery, or if you’ve had a joint replacement, there are some things you must not try and do. Don’t try and get ahead of yourself and do more than you should as you could make the situation worse.Some activities are harmful and you should avoid them after knee surgery. For instance, you should [...]
