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Showing posts with label arthritis. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Seniors With Arthritis Pain Find Relief In Encino

Did you know that nearly 53 million American adults-- or roughly one in every five-- suffer from arthritis today? If you're one of the many seniors who suffers from arthritis in Encino or a surrounding area, you know how difficult the painful bone disorder can make every day life.

Specifically, arthritis is characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, and oftentimes creates pain and joint stiffness that will further deteriorate a person's underlying bone structure(s) over time. 

But we at A-1 Home Care are proud to bring lasting arthritic relief to not only Encino, but cities across Los Angeles and Orange County. That's because we have expert arthritic care specialists that we send out to the comfort of your home with the goal of making every-day life that much easier for you and your arthritic joints.

That means no more having to yank and claw at unyielding weeds out in your garden, no more having to open jars and tough cans with your hands, no more having to bear the worsening pain of moving and bending your arthritic joints because you have no other choice. After all, our home helpers are dedicated to doing those things for you, as well as:

  • cooking and preparing healthy meals
  • taking you to and from medical appointments and other existing engagements
  • running errands like grocery shopping and picking up clothes from the cleaners
  • gardening and yard work duties like watering and raking
  • personal care services like help with bathing
  • general housecleaning tasks including vacuuming, dusting, bed-making, and laundry
So if you or a loved one is ready to experience leading relief from arthritis pains at the most affordable cost you'll find anywhere, call the home care experts at A-1 Home Care today by dialing 818-980-0094 or 562-929-8400. We proudly serve communities across Southern California, including cities like Corona Del Mar, Alta Dena, Glendale, Hollywood, and Fountain Valley.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

In Home Arthritis Care in Encino

Arthritis can be painful, but there are a few guidelines you can follow to maximize your joint health. You probably get all kinds of advice about exercise, medication and stress. But there are some basics, recommended by Mayo Clinic which may help you figure things out. Tell you caregiver about these health tips and be on your way to reduced pain.

1. Give your doctor complete info about your medical conditions, not just arthritis
2. Ask your doctor about the type of arthritis you have
3. Find out if your joints are already damaged
4. When sitting, adjust your position frequently
5. Take breaks so you don't overuse joints

A-1 Home Care arranges In Home Arthritis Caregivers in the cities of  Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Northridge and other cities within Los Angeles County since 1991.  A-1 Home Care Agency is recognized as a leading in home care agency by hospitals and medical centers such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Keck Hospital of USC and Huntington Memorial Hospital for our excellent at home patient care.

For in homehealth care, call 310-657-8780 or visit http://www.encinoinhomecare.com/index.html.



Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Live In Home Care in Encino

Weight training and aerobic exercise such as dancing or swimming are great for elders with Arthritis. Alongside strengthening valuable muscles that stabilize arthritic joints, exercise helps maintain a sleek figure which reduces strain on knees and hips and prevents surgery. If you're an active elderly adult and your knees give you trouble, try doing repetitions of squats and straight leg lifts. These exercises, recommended by New York Times support the muscles around the knees, reducing the weight they bear. Read the rest of this article to learn more about proper form when practicing these exercises!

A-1 Home Care is A+ rated with the BBB and a member of the NCPC. A-1 Home Care provides Eldercare services in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Northridge, Thousand Oaks and other cities of Los Angeles County, CA.

Call 310-657-8780 to inquire about Home Care Services 
To learn more about our wonderful Caregivers, visit  http://www.lainhomecareservice.com/caregiver_agency.html

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Elder Care Services in Encino

If you have surgery scheduled soon or are in need of daily assistance with everyday tasks such as bathing, housecleaning or running errands due to age or infirmity, A-1 Home Care Agency can help.  We have hourly and 24 hour live in Caregivers, Companions, Home Health Aides, Hospital Sitters, Home Helpers, Nurse Aides and Medical Assistants ready to provide in home elder care services.

Our in home care services include but are not limited to:
  • bathing and showering assistance
  • dressing and grooming
  • meal planning and preparation
  • shopping and errands
  • transportation to medical and social appointments
  • medication reminders and supervision
  • incontinence and toiletry assistance
  • range of motion exercises
  • pain management
  • housecleaning and laundry
  • companionship
  • pet care
Since 1991, A-1 Home Care has provided high-quality in home care at affordable rates to people needing:
  • After Surgery Care
  • Post-Partum Care
  • Alzheimer and Dementia Care
  • Parkinson Care
  • Post Stroke Recovery Care
  • Arthritis Pain Management
  • Diabetes Care
  • Care for people with ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis Care
  • Assistance for visually impaired or blind
  • Special Needs Care
If you live in Encino, Canoga Park, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Thousand Oaks or Northridge, call 310-657-8780 and let A-1 Home Care help you!