What to Bring for an Inpatient Subacute Rehab Stay
As you or a loved one prepares to transition from the hospital to a skilled nursing facility for short-term rehabilitation, you may be wondering what to pack. While you’ll have the opportunity to trade hospital gowns for your own comfortable clothing, it’s important to bring a few additional essentials for a smoother stay. This Inpatient […]
Brain Stimulating Activities for the Elderly
As we age, keeping our brains active becomes increasingly important for maintaining cognitive health and function. Engaging in brain-stimulating activities can significantly enhance the connections between brain cells, helping elderly individuals retain their mental faculties longer. Whether it is at home or at a long-term care facility, understanding and implementing ways to keep seniors mentally […]
Frequent Falls & Interventions for Dementia Patients
Falls are a significant public health concern, causing millions of injuries among older adults each year. For those living with dementia, the risk of falls is nearly double that of their peers without dementia, with fall rates approaching 50%. These falls often lead to serious injuries, such as fractures, which can result in hospitalization and […]
Falls & Fractures in the Elderly at Home
Falls and fractures among the elderly are a growing concern, with falls being the leading cause of injury death for adults aged 65 and older. In 2021 alone, falls among this age group resulted in over 38,000 deaths and nearly 3 million emergency department visits according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A […]
Importance of Short Term Rehab after Joint Replacement Surgery
Understanding Joint Replacement Surgery Joint replacement surgery is a medical procedure where a damaged joint is removed and replaced with an artificial part, generally performed by an orthopedic surgeon. This surgery is commonly undertaken to improve quality of life by alleviating pain and restoring mobility. The most frequent joint replacements include the hip, knee, and […]
Acute vs Subacute Rehab
Introduction: Rehabilitation medicine plays a crucial part in improving patients’ functional abilities after incidents like severe injury, disease, or surgery. Understanding the divergence between acute and subacute rehabilitation is key to grasping the comprehensive rehabilitation process. Read on to learn the differences in the level of care between the two. Acute Rehabilitation: Acute rehab steps […]
