November 10, 2010
A LITTLE NOTE FROM COMFORT KEEPERS IN WALLINGFORD, CT ABOUT HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO MAINTAIN A LOW IMPACT EXERCISE PROGRAM FOR OUR IN HOME HEALTHY AGING SENIORS WHO EXPERIENCE ARTHRITIS PAIN
By Carol Carbutti
Many healthy aging seniors become restless through out the day and feel terrible pain at night. It seems to be an endless cycle of discomfort and immobility. For our at home seniors it is very difficult knowing they do not have the means to do the things they used to do. This creates stress, boredom and frustration for our aging retired parents. When it comes to exercise most elderly seniors with arthritis would rather have some rest than exercise since they are already exhausted and in pain already.
Many people including senior citizens have a mistaken notion that exercise can further damage their joints. Encouraging a moderate exercise routine can significantly impact the overall well-being of our elderly clients who suffer from arthritis. Retirees should of course refrain from doing high-impact exercises as this may aggravate their condition.
When it comes to arthritis there are a variety of low-impact or moderate exercises that have shown incredible benefits for our aging society such as reduction of joint pain and the strengthening of muscles around the affected joint. A low impact exercise routine can also improved overall health and fitness by creating a healthy self-esteem, reducing depressive symptoms, controlling obesity, improving sleep, and boosting energy.
Family caregivers and senior clients should always make an appointment with their doctor to discuss an exercise routine that is healthy and safe before starting any program. Some may prefer water therapy or just a leisure walk in the neighborhood for 15 to 30 minutes. Remember a little exercise will go a long way.
Carol Carbutti, owner of Comfort Keepers a non-medical in home agency for seniors in Wallingford, CT would like to mention that we now service New Haven, Hamden (Zip Code 06514), North Haven, Cheshire, Durham, Middlefield, Middletown, Meriden, Waterbury, Southington, Kensington, Berlin, Newington, New Britain and Bristol. If you have any questions please call (203) 697-1030 or email us at denisegryzbek@comfortkeepers.com
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