Elderly Care: Helping You Deal With the Dying Process
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome & Spondylolisthesis? Minimally Invasive Spine Deformity Surgery Is Right For You
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a disorder that involves faulty connective tissue due to a genetic problem with collagen. Many who have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome frequently dislocate joints and develop spinal deformities such as lumbosacral spondylolisthesis. Connective tissue with laxity as is seen in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome results in the inability for surgical scars to heal properly and is part of the reason why minimally invasive surgeries should be done whenever possible on patients who have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
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Common Myths About Labor And Delivery
Whether this is your first baby, or you have several children at home, chances are one of the aspects of your pregnancy you are dreading the most is labor and delivery. However, before you become too concerned, realize that many of the aspects of labor and delivery that cause the most concern are based upon misinformation and untruths. Here are some of the most common myths and misconceptions about labor and delivery.
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Diagnosed With Parkinson's? How Early Stage Parkinson's Disease Clinical Trials Can Help
If you've been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, and you're in the early stages, now's the time to get involved in clinical trials. You might think that you're better off following established treatment options, especially during the early stages of the disease, but that's not the case. The sooner you get involved in clinical trials, the more options you have for your treatment. If you're still not sure about clinical trials, read the list provided below.
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Personal Trainers: What They Do And The Benefits
It's common for people to reach out to a personal trainer for help getting into or staying in shape. Personal trainers can be a great resource for anyone focusing on their physical health and reaching their fitness goals. What Is a Personal Trainer? A personal trainer is someone who is educated in the correct and healthy way to create and carry out a fitness plan or goal. They're also educated in basic nutrition and can help create a healthy meal plan to aid in achieving your fitness goals.
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Hearing Trouble 101: Signs That You Need Hearing Aids
While hearing loss and the use of hearing aids are often thought of as challenges that only the elderly face, the fact is that anyone, at any age, can be affected by hearing loss. Not only does hearing loss develop as a result of age, but it's also something that can be congenital or develop as the result of an injury or illness. As a result, you could find yourself needing hearing aids at virtually any stage of life.
As an elderly care worker, I have witnessed the deaths of many individuals. I have seen family members become angry, sad, and completely silent at the end. I have also seen individuals refuse to see family members out of denial. People deal with death in different ways, and the strong emotions are often unfamiliar and scary. If you have a parent or grandparent who is elderly, then I want to share with you what I know about end of life care and dying process. We are a society that does not talk about death, and this can cause great pain when a family member dies. Learn about the process and find out how to deal with your own emotions and how to love your family members at the end. If there is only a small amount of time left, then I want you to cherish the final moments.