Elderly Joint Health and Arthritis

As age increases, joint health becomes increasingly important for older adults. In our elderly care services, we focus on preventive measures for joint health, ensuring that older adults have a comfortable old age through attention to details and safety measures.

Firstly, maintaining the safety of the home flooring is crucial. In damp or slippery areas, we recommend using non-slip flooring to reduce the risk of falls. These simple safety measures help create a stable and secure environment at home.

Secondly, engaging in regular joint care activities is essential. Physical therapy is an effective approach to maintaining joint flexibility, and activities such as walking, swimming, or yoga are good choices as they increase joint flexibility, promote blood circulation, and alleviate potential pain.

To prevent arthritis, calcium supplementation is essential. Adequate nutrient intake, particularly calcium, helps maintain bone health and reduce the risk of arthritis.

Paying attention to joint flexibility is equally important. Regular mild stretching and flexibility exercises help maintain joint flexibility and reduce stiffness.

When experiencing joint pain, consider heat therapy. Applying heat helps relax muscles and alleviate joint pain, which can be done through hot water bags, warm baths, or other heat applications.

Additionally, we encourage the use of physical therapy. Professional physical therapy can provide individualized treatment to strengthen muscles and improve joint stability.

Lastly, diet therapy plays a significant role in joint health. Consuming foods rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, nuts, and flaxseed oil, helps slow down joint degeneration.

Through these recommendations, we are committed to providing comprehensive joint care, allowing older adults to have a healthy and comfortable life in their later years.

Things that should be done

  1. Daily joint health care

Adopt a balanced diet rich in calcium and omega-3 fatty acids, while avoiding excessive sugar

intake to promote overall joint health.

2. Moderate exercise

Engage in regular physical therapy and moderate exercise to increase muscle strength, improve

joint flexibility, and effectively prevent and alleviate arthritis.

3. Pain management strategies

Learn pain management techniques, including heat therapy and stretching before exercise, to

alleviate joint discomfort and improve daily comfort.

4. Arthritis prevention measures

Undergo regular professional check-ups to monitor your physical condition and take preventive

measures such as appropriate exercise, dietary adjustments, and joint protection.

5. Medical support and treatment

Under the guidance of a physician, undergo physical therapy and receive appropriate medication

treatment to effectively alleviate pain and improve quality of life.

Things that should not be done

     1. Overexertion

Avoid prolonged, high-intensity exercise to prevent excessive strain on the joints and accelerate joint

wear and tear.

2. Ignoring body signals

Do not ignore discomfort signals from your body, such as pain or swelling. Seek timely medical

attention.

3. Imbalanced nutrition

Avoid an imbalanced diet, especially excessive intake of high-fat and high-sugar foods.

4. Abuse of medication

Do not indiscriminately abuse pain medications. Use them under the guidance of a doctor.

5. Neglecting proper protection

Do not neglect the use of appropriate protective measures during high-risk activities, such as knee

pads or elbow guards.