How In-House Dialysis Supports Recovery During Rehabilitation
There are roughly 1.3 million Americans receiving care at a skilled nursing facility or nursing home and around 558,000 Americans who are on dialysis. When a patient is…
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What Is Post-Traumatic Injury Rehabilitation?
A traumatic injury is any injury sustained during a violent or dangerous accident. These injuries often happen during a car crash, sports accidents, and especially for the elderly,…
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Understanding Hospital Deconditioning And The Rehabilitation Process
People are hospitalized because they need medical care for a serious health issue. However, being hospitalized can cause additional health issues, and patients may struggle with the effects…
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Ventilator Weaning And Rehabilitation: Understanding The Recovery Process
When a person’s ability to get enough oxygen is compromised because of surgery, illness, or injury, mechanical ventilation may be used to provide oxygen while removing carbon dioxide…
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How To Choose The Right Caregiver For An Aging Loved One
Your aging loved one may need care to ensure their well-being. With over 90% of people 65 and older suffering from a chronic health condition, your aging loved…
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What Adult Children Should Know Before Becoming A Caregiver
Becoming a caregiver to an aging or sick family member can be a rewarding experience, but it is almost always an enormous challenge, emotionally, physically, and financially. Those…
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A Family Guide To Hospital Discharge Planning
If your or your loved one is headed for a stay at the hospital, perhaps after a joint replacement or other major surgery, or your loved one has…
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How Physical, Occupational, And Speech Therapy Work Together
Monument Health Group offers speech, physical, and occupational therapy to our patients when it might help them recover or live a more fulfilling life after or during their…
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How To Handle Guilt When Moving A Parent Into Skilled Nursing
Coping with an aging parent’s needs is challenging. There may come a time when your parents cannot live safely on their own. If you’re unable to provide care,…
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What Happens When A Loved One Refuses Help?
The risk of suffering injuries or developing serious health issues increases significantly once people turn 65. Older adults may need help managing medications and their diet if they…
