Recreational therapy and its role in physical and psychological healing
This week, Santé recognizes National Therapeutic Recreation Week, a time to raise awareness about therapeutic recreation programs that can help those with physical and psychological impairments. At Santé communities, …
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How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep with Back Pain
If you’re suffering from back pain, it could be keeping you up at night. Poor sleep posture can make back pain worse. If you’re desperate for a good night’s sleep, here are some tips for easing the pain.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain: Get Relief With These Exercises
Chronic joint pain is a common ailment among elderly men and women. As the body ages, the joints in the hands and feet can become swollen. Even though it’s common, you might not know that painful swelling in the joints can eventually result in bone erosion, joint deformity, and damaged body systems. If you’re suffering from chronic pain due to inflammation in the joints, you may be suffering from an autoimmune disease called rheumatoid arthritis.
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Physical Therapy Exercises for the Knee
Knee pain is one of the most common causes of disability in elderly men and women. Pain or swelling in the knee can be due to a number of reasons, including injury, joint trauma, or osteoarthritis. There are many physical therapy exercises for the knee that can be performed at home. Daily exercise can help alleviate pain and increase motion.
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Who Would Benefit from Home Health Care Physical Therapy?
Home health care services are beneficial to those looking to receive personalized care in the comfort of their home. Physical therapy is one of the most common types of home …
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What Happens After Treatment for a Slipped Disc?
A slipped disc, also known as a herniated disc, is a vertebral disc that is no longer in its proper place. When a disc is displaced or protruding, it can press on nearby nerves, which can lead to chronic back pain. Medical attention is not always needed, but if the pain is unbearable, a slipped disc can be treated with physical therapy, pain medication, and even surgery. Proper diagnosis is a crucial step to getting the right treatment.
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How In-Home Care Can Improve Quality of Life
Santé Home Health and Rehabilitation offers a variety of services provided to patients in the comfort of their home to ensure they receive a compassionate continuum of care throughout their recovery. Services include nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy, social workers and home health aides. In-home care can improve quality of life for those recovering from a hospital stay, fighting a terminal disease or nearing the end of life.
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What Makes Occupational Therapy Unique
A common misconception with occupational therapy is that it is the same thing as physical therapy. While there are some similarities between the two, occupational therapy is distinctly unique.
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Difference Between Occupational and Physical Therapy
With growing mental and behavioral health concerns facing the aging elderly population, many caregivers are seeking therapeutic assistance to help improve their loved one’s quality of life. Whether it’s occupational …
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