Volume 3, Issue 7
A Short Guide to Medication Management
If you take several prescription medications, you’re hardly alone. You may also take over-the-counter drugs and supplements, as well. While these medications may help manage pain and other symptoms, it is important to follow instructions and keep track of all medications, as certain drug interactions can be dangerous and nearly all medications can cause adverse reactions when not taken properly.
(Read the Full Story)The Importance of Range-of-Motion Exercises
Range-of-motion exercises are extremely important for those who are weak or unable to move about independently due to illness, injury, or aging. They are called range-of-motion exercises because they move each joint through its usual range of movement. These exercises can help you or your loved one regain mobility after an illness or injury; help prevent complications due to lack of use, such as contractures or atrophy of the muscles; and help improve limb circulation, reducing the risk of blood clots. Range-of-motion exercises may also reduce stiffness and pain, and promote flexibility and independence, often making other activities of daily living easier to perform independently.
(Read the Full Story)Volunteering Changes Lives-Including Your Own!
Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Perhaps the best example of this is volunteering. Volunteering can make a positive difference in your community and in the lives of other people, while also making a positive difference in your own life. It can also be a great way to learn new things and meet new people.
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