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| |  | | A Brief Look at Osteoarthritis | | by Oscar Trejo Jr, Nov 9, 2008 | | A very brief look at Osteoarthritis, what causes it, who's more likely to get it, and what its symptoms are. Also includes what treatments are best. | | Comments(1) Liked It: 32 |
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| | Arthritis Pain and Treatment | | by Ruby Hawk, Nov 11, 2008 | | Arthritis is an imflammation of the joints. Building up the muscles around the effected joint is recommended. A good physcial therapist can show you the correct exercises. Walking and water-exercise is also very beneficial. | | Comments(17) Liked It: 10 |
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 | | Elder Care | | by Goodselfme, Sep 29, 2008 | | Guides for you to make someone's stay in a Nursing Home a little better. You will be helped by these, too. | | Comments(10) Liked It: 10 |
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 | | Practical Tips for the First-Time Caregiver | | by JoAnn Sardo, Sep 24, 2008 | | Geared toward people living with or caring for Alzheimer's patients, these practical tips can help avoid frustration, anger and the helplessness that accompanies caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. | | Comments(0) Liked It: 0 |
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 | | Increasing Physician-patient Communication in the Elderly | | by Susan Orr Parker, Sep 15, 2008 | | Elderly patients are more likely to assume a passive role in their health care decisions, either following (or quietly disregarding)medical advice offered by their physicians. The questions in this article can be asked by either the provider or the patient in preparation for their appointment, in order to increase the individual's ability to advocate for self, and actively participate in their treatment plan. | | Comments(0) Liked It: 4 |
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 | | Easy Stress Reducers for Seniors | | by Joan McCord, Sep 3, 2008 | | Stress is unpleasant. The fight or flight reactions that have always served you well are important warnings, but are unpleasant and frustrating if allowed free rein, and you never respond. | | Comments(0) Liked It: 0 |
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