Try: Assist the cr with the following exercise #tilt the head back look at the ceiling and hold the position for 20 seconds #return slowly to the starting position #slightly tilt head to the right ears shouldn’t quite touch shoulders and hold the position for 20 seconds #return slowly to the starting position #slightly tilt your head to the left and hold the position for 20 seconds #return slowly to the starting position #peform several repetitions at least three times a day

Materials: n/a

Categories: Medical Physical, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Some Supervision, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

Information: Perform exercises slowly and avoid any sudden jerking motions

References: Adapted from the university of maryland department of environmental security internet website www des umd edu

Keywords: Exercise neck injury strength

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

Try: Assist the cr with the following exercise #while holding both hands against the forehead push forward with head while resisting the motion with hands hold the resistance posture for ten seconds #relax #while holding both hands against the back of the head push backward with head while resisting the motion with the hands hold the resistance posture for ten seconds keep the eyes looking straight ahead and the chin straight #relax #while holding the right hand against the right side of the head try to touch the shoulder with the ear while resisting the motion with the hand hold the resistance posture for ten seconds repeat this same procedure with the left side of the head #relax and repeat

Materials: n/a

Categories: Medical Physical, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the university of maryland department of environmental security internet website www des umd edu

Keywords: Exercise neck injury strength

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

Try: Soak feet in diluted chamomile tea to temporarily change the ph of the skin this helps dry out sweaty feet the tea will stain feet but the stain can be easily removed with soap and water

Materials: Diluted chamomile tea

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: 15 home remedies for calluses and corns by consumer guide available at www health howstuffworks com

Keywords: Feet skin foot walking running jogging exercise

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

Try: Sprinkle cornstarch between toes to keep the area dry and protect the skin from breaking down moisture can make a corn or callus feel miserable and can promote fungal infections

Materials: Corn starch

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: 15 home remedies for calluses and corns by consumer guide available at www health howstuffworks com

Keywords: Corn callus feet skin foot walking running jogging exercise

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

Try: Assist the cr with the following exercise #stand in front of a chair with the chair behind your knees #while breathing in bend the knees and lean away from the chair bend at the hips as if attempting to sit if needed encourage the cr to place his or her hands on the knees for support #pause before sitting and hold the position for three seconds #while exhaling return to the starting upright position #repeat

Materials: Sturdy kitchen chair

Categories: Medical Physical, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, No Supervision, Some Supervision

Information: n/a

References: Adapted from the elder gym senior fitness website www eldergym com

Keywords: Exercise hips injury strength

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

Try: Visit assisted living facilities the best way to judge whether senior housing is the right choice is with a first-hand look find different facilities in your area and arrange visits to get a feel for their atmospheres and accommodations try to ease in with temporary living some assisted living facilities allow residents to move in on a temporary basis-a great opportunity for crs who are unsure of whether the change is right for them build a support network a great aspect of an assisted living community is the level of interaction it promotes amongst residents crs are able to visit each other other’s apartments attend facility-organized events such as dances and even create their own hobby clubs and groups try to visit one or more of these events while touring so that you or your loved one can meet residents who share similar interests discuss living facilities with others ask senior housing residents their opinions and what you should expect from assisted living communities personal property before you begin packing make time for sorting through personal effects while most items will likely stay with you your loved one or your family don’t be in a rush to throw away the rest keep connected with the cr though assisted living communities are often home to trained medical staff and round-the-clock support it it’s imperative that you stay aware of your senior senior’s living environment and habits call often and be open to cues that your crs needs a great level of care or assistance

Materials: n/a

Categories: Medical Physical, Social

Information: n/a

References: n/a

Keywords: Assisted living

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

Try: Massage calluses with a paste of 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water

Materials: Baking soda warm water

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: 15 home remedies for calluses and corns available at www health howstuffworks com

Keywords: Corn callus feet skin foot

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

Try: Don’t cut corns or calluses cutting corns can cause infection and heavy bleeding so it it’s not worth the risk try to shield or pad the affected area with some cotton padding transfers the pressure of the shoe from a painful spot to one that is free of pain try using a nonmedicated corn pads for example surround the corn with material that is higher than the corn itself thus protecting the corn from contact with the shoe

Materials: Cotton balls nonmedicated corn pads

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: 15 home remedies for calluses and corns available at www health howstuffworks com

Keywords: Calluses corns feet skin foot

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

Try: Cut a piece of moleskin available at local drugstore or camping supply store into two half-moon shapes place the pieces on opposite sides of the callused area to protect it from further irritation

Materials: A piece of moleskin available at local drugstore or camping supply store

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: 15 home remedies for calluses and corns available at www health howstuffworks com

Keywords: Calluses feet skin foot

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

Try: Keep the toes separated with lamb lamb’s wool or cotton also try a small felt pad like those for hard corns

Materials: A piece of lamb lamb’s wool or cotton small felt pad

Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical

Information: n/a

References: 15 home remedies for calluses and corns available at www health howstuffworks com

Keywords: Corn feet skin foot

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