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Welcome, This page was designed to show how I, a Home Health Physical Therapist, address balance problems, leg muscle weakness, and coordination deficits. I recommend watching the video (it’s a little over 11 minutes) and learning the reasons I use the methods in the video to challenge my patient’s balance, strength, and coordination required for … Read more
One of the most dreaded diagnoses associated with elderly falls is a subsequent hip fracture. Fractures involving the hip joint and/or the femur (leg bone above the knee) can either require a TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT (THR)–aka TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY (THA)–or an OPEN REDUCTION INTERNAL FIXATION (ORIF) surgery. Hip fractures requiring total replacement of the hip … Read more
Did you know Medicare is the GOLDEN STANDARD for defining diseases/disorders and stipulating what treatments & equipment are covered (paid) under the definition of those diseases/disorders? In other words, there are certain criteria for someone to be diagnosed as DIABETIC under both Medicare and Private Insurance policies. If he/she meets the criteria of a defined … Read more
Exercise Ball (aka Balance Ball, Stability Ball, Swiss Ball) There are several benefits for using an exercise ball as a chair for sitting exercises for the elderly. Below is a video explaining the reasons and demonstrating how I use the exercise ball in the home to do sitting exercises! You just can’t beat the benefits … Read more
Welcome, Home Health supplies for the elderly can be confusing especially when learning how to adjust and use mobility aids for the disabled. Here is a video reviewing, explaining, and showing the proper use of a walker and how to use a walking cane. Please, watch the video and continue reading for a summary of … Read more
Welcome, Getting Someone In and Out of Bed Safely can be difficult! Here are some bed mobility techniques to make getting in and out of bed easier. I encourage you to watch the video and continue to read for more information as well as an opportunity to ask any questions! Bed Mobility Training…Get Someone In … Read more
Welcome, Apple Cider Vinegar, Ice and Coconut Oil are 3 ingredients I use personally and during patient care in the home for several reasons. Sit back and Discover 5 Reasons You Should Take Advantage of the Many Benefits of Ice, How to Use Coconut Oil and The Natural Healing Qualities of Apple Cider … Read more
Falls….Fear of Falling….Overcoming Falls in the Elderly Learn Physical Therapy Techniques for getting elderly off the floor, reasons for elderly falls, and easy home-based balance exercises for the elderly. There are several reasons for elderly falls. However, the Balance Strategies of the ankle and hip and Elderly fear of falling are two contributing factors that … Read more
What is the Best Power Lift Recliner Chair? Learn The Advantages of Zero Gravity Lift Chairs (Recliners), What to Consider When Buying a Medical Lift Chair, and Safe Sit to Stand Transfer Techniques. Product Description Medical lift recliners are becoming more and more common as well as popular in the home, nursing home, and assistive … Read more
WALKER DOES NOT FIT THROUGH BATHROOM DOOR!!! When nature calls, you can’t put her on hold but the walker, rollator, and wheelchair will not fit through the bathroom door! What can you do? I have just described what most of my patients struggle with when they need to walk into the bathroom, but their … Read more