Physical Therapy for Arthritis and Senior Care
Arthritis pain is one of the leading issues for the elderly in Santa Clarita. With the help of in-home care from Comfort Keepers, many elderly folks are able to continue living autonomously in their own homes. In addition to in-home senior care, it can also be beneficial to incorporate physical therapy as part of the treatment plan for arthritis.
Arthritis Effects and Risk Factors
As the years pass and our joints undergo wear and tear, the symptoms of arthritis began to surface and effect major joints such as the hips, knees, hands, feet, and spine. Arthritis is a natural result of aging as our cartilage begins to degenerate. This process is affected by other factors such as obesity, injury, diabetes, and surgery. The goal of treatment with arthritis is to reduce joint pain and inflammation while keeping a full range of motion. Physical therapists can provide Arthritis treatment plans that will help the Santa Clarita Seniors ease the pain associated with this condition.
Arthritis Pain Relief Methods
At the most basic level, physical therapists can apply heat or cold to the joints to help alleviate pain. A combination of heat and cold, exercise, and therapist mobilization of joints tends to be an effective solution for seniors suffering from Arthritis pain.
Exercise Physical Therapy for Arthritis
Along with actively treating painful joints, physical therapists put a strong emphasis on preventative care through Exercise. Santa Clarita in-home care seniors should strengthen and stretch their joints to improve their range of motion and have strong joints. While many elderly shy away from exercise in fear of further pain and injury, a properly structured exercise program can yield positive results in the long run. Physical therapists have the expertise to structure individual plans with the appropriate exercises, intensity, frequency, and duration.
If your elderly loved one is suffering from Arthritis, be sure they visit a physical therapist to structure a treatment plan. Comfort Keepers are Santa Clarita’s trusted in-home caregivers, and the expert resource for elderly care. Contact us today to learn how we can help.
Comfort Keepers
23900 Lyons Avenue
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
661-287-4200
