Try: To stimulate a fading appetite in the cr materials try be supportive without being pushy avoid being too pushy the cr probably would love to eat but he just can’t be mindful not to unintentionally isolate someone who has no appetite meals are typically social times; not being able to participate in them can feel lonely invite the crto the dinner table or bring the family and the meal to him natural remedies several naturopathic remedies may help stimulate the cr’s appetite some examples of natural supplements and herbs include cayenne or red pepper green tea ginseng and garlic among others however be sure to give the cr’s nurse or physician a complete list of all the herbs and supplements the cr is taking medications ask the cr’s healthcare provider about medication that could help increase the appetite common ones include megestrol megace steroids like dexamethasone decadron and metoclopramide reglan physicians will usually try one or more of these medications for a time and discontinue them if they aren’t effective in the cr

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Categories: Medical Physical

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Keywords: Loss of appetite nutrition eating

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Try: Engage the cr’s doctors if a cr is losing weight work with his or her doctors to identify any contributing factors this might include changing medications that affect appetite suspending any diet restrictions until the cr is eating more effectively and working with a dentist to treat mouth issues request screenings for nutrition problems encourage the cr to eat foods packed with nutrients spread peanut or other nut butters on toast and crackers fresh fruits and raw vegetables sprinkle finely chopped nuts or wheat germ on yogurt fruit and cereal add extra egg whites to scrambled eggs and omelets restore life to bland or boring foods make a restricted diet more appealing by using lemon juice herbs and spices if loss of taste and smell is a problem experiment with seasonings and recipes plan between-meal snacks a piece of fruit or cheese a spoonful of peanut butter or a fruit smoothie can provide nutrients and calories if possible encourage regular physical activity daily exercise even if it it’s light can stimulate appetite and strengthen bones and muscles provide food-savings tips if the cr shops for groceries encourage him to take a shopping list to the grocery store check store fliers for sales and choose less expensive generic brands suggest splitting the cost of bulk goods or meals with a friend or neighbor or frequenting restaurants that offer discounts for older adults

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Categories: Medical Physical

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References: Mayoclinic com

Keywords: Loss of appetite nutrition eating

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Try: Suggest that cr try to perform the following exercise every day start with knees bent feet resting on the floor slowly slide the heel of the affected leg down so that the leg straightens slowly bring the heel of the affected leg along the floor returning to the starting position keep heel in contact with the floor throughout the exercise note cr’s foot will slide more smoothly if he she does this exercise without shoes

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Hip kmee mobility problems gross motor coordination rehabilitation stroke recovery exercise exercises

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Try: Suggest that cr perform the following exercise every day lie on the unaffected side with the bottom knee bent for stability and the affected arm placed in front for support starting with the affected leg straight bend the affected knee bringing the heel toward the buttocks then return to the straightened position concentrate on bending and straightening the knee while keeping the hip straight

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Knee walking stroke rehabilitation exercise exercises gross motor coordination motion

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Try: Suggest that cr perform the following exercise every day start with knees bent feet flat on the floor and knees close together lift hips from the floor and keep them raised in the air slowly twist hips side to side return to center and lower hips to the floor rest repeat motion note this exercise may be difficult for cr and it may worsen back problems cr should avoid doing this exercise if he she experiences pain

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Weight shifting weight shift walking stroke rehabilitation exercise exercises gross motor coordination motion

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Try: Suggest that cr try the following exercise have cr lie on his her back with arms resting at his her sides make sure cr’s elbows are kept straight while he she lifts the affected arm to shoulder level with hand pointing to the ceiling raise hand toward the ceiling lifting the shoulder blade from the floor hold for three to five seconds and then relax allowing the shoulder blade to return to the floor slowly repeat the reaching motion several times lower arm to rest by side encourage cr to try to do this exercise daily

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Shoulder paralysis rehabilitation stroke exercise gross motor coordination weak shoulder muscles reaching exercise

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Try: Suggest that cr try the following exercise lying on the back grasp one end of an elasticized band in each hand with enough tension to provide light resistance to the exercise but without causing undue strain to start place both hands alongside the unaffected hip keeping the elbows as straight as possible move affected arm upward in a diagonal direction reaching out to the side above the head keeping elbow straight cr’s unaffected arm should remain at his her side throughout the exercise during the exercise stretch the band so that it provides resistance if it is too difficult to keep the elbow straight the exercise can be done with the elbow bent if cr cannot grip with his her hand try tieing a loop at the end to slip cr’s hand partially through the loop leaving the thumb out to catch the loop during upward movement elasticized bands are marketed as theraband they are available in varying strengths color-coded to provide progressive resistance initially a three or four foot length band – perhaps with the ends knotted together to improve grip – is sufficient for the exercise to increase resistance as strength improves the next density of theraband can be purchased or two or more bands of the original density can be used at once theraband can be obtained from a medical supply company similar elastic bands or cords are also available at many sporting goods stores where exercise equipment is sold

Materials: Theraband elasticized band

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Shoulder paralysis elbow rehabilitation stroke exercise gross motor coordination weak shoulder muscles reaching exercise therabands elastisized bands

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Try: Suggest that cr try the following exercise lie on the back with arms resting at sides and a rolled towel under the affected elbow bend affected elbow and move hand up toward the shoulder keep elbow resting on the towel hold for a few seconds straighten the elbow and hold slowly repeat several times note try not to let the hand roll in towards the mid-section stomach

Materials: Towel

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Paralysis elbow rehabilitation stroke exercise gross motor coordination weak elbow muscles bending elbow

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Try: Suggest that cr try the following exercise start with the unaffected leg flat on the floor and the affected leg bent lift the affected foot and cross the affected leg over the other leg lift the affected foot and un-cross repeat the crossing and un-crossing motion several times

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Hips walking mild paralysis rehabilitation exercises gross motor coordination crossing legs uncrossing legs

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Try: Suggest that cr try to do the following activities by him herself as much as possible stair climbing move more steadily when walking improve balance and enduranceby taking short walks every day or doing light house chores like sweeping strengthen and refine movement patterns when walking or making normal gestures improve the coordination and speed of movement necessary for fine motor skills such as fastening buttons or tying shoelaces

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Categories: Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance

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References: hope the stroke recovery guide chapter 4 – movement and exerciseby the national stroke associatin 2010 available at www stroke org

Keywords: Paralysis stroke rehabilitation exercises mobility movement recovery recovering fine motor coordination walking

*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed