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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

After Surgery Caregivers Help Those Needing Care Post Surgery


With the average age of the population rising, it's not uncommon to hear reports of family members and friends scheduled for surgery. Treatment for pain after surgery depends on the type of pain you're experiencing. As people don't like to opt for medication based pain reliefs, it may be helpful to look into homeopathic or natural remedies. Some options are:
Nerve-related pain may be treated with over-the-counter or prescription pain medications, including painkillers or medications used to treat seizures. Local anesthetics may also help relieve pain due to nerve damage.
Inflammation of the skin may be treated with topical pain medications, such as capsaicin, which has been effective in treating jabbing pain.
Muscle spasms have been effectively treated with injections of Botox, the same substance used to reduce wrinkles.
Alternative therapies including acupuncture, acupressure, transcutaneous nerve stimulation, relaxation training, biofeedback, hypnosis and yoga also may be of benefit in reducing pain. Talk with your doctor about what may offer you the most relief.
A-1 Home Care has Altadena Senior Caregivers in  Altadena, Pasadena, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Glendora, Covina, Glendale, and others in Los Angeles and Orange County. 

To interview and hire a compatible caregiver in your area today, call us at 626-287-0250.


For more information, visit us at Altadena In Home Care.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Hospice Care in Altadena

Hospice Care is for adults and elders who have decided to forgo treatment options for their advanced Cancer, Alzheimer or other terminal illness. Instead, focus is on quality of life care for the remainder of their lives. A-1 Home Care provides plenty of end of life care options. We arrange Altadena Hospice Caregivers to offer a clean place to rest, soothing pain relief, companionship and guidance as your body experiences natural changes.

Watching a loved one die is a painful process. However, a good hospice caregiver can make the transition as comfortable as possible. A-1 Home Care ensured that our caregivers are experienced and have positive references. We take the greatest care to serve you.

Our agency arranges care in the cities of Altadena Senior Caregivers in  Altadena, Pasadena, Burbank, Sierra Madre, Glendora, Covina, Glendale, and others in Los Angeles and Orange County.

To interview and hire a compatible caregiver in your area today, CALL us at 626-287-0250.
For more information, visit us at Altadena In Home Care.

Saturday, December 29, 2012

Alzheimer and Dementia Care at Home in Altadena

The purpose of at home care is to keep seniors, elderly and disabled people comfortable, safe and healthy while they remain in the home they love.  Caregivers, Home Helpers, Home Health Aide and Senior Companions from A-1 Home Care provide the daily assistance needed and treat your loved one with respect and compassion.

If you have a parent or grandparent who suffers from Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia, keeping them content and out of harm's way may require professional help.  Having a Caregiver who is knowledgeable about later stage Dementia is a blessing to any family.  In home care from A-1 Home Care agency is a great and affordable alternative to assisted living or nursing homes.  We serve senior, elderly and handicapped residents of Los Angeles County cities of Altadena, Covina, Glendora, Sierra Madre, Pasadena and Burbank.

Webmd.com provides helpful information on the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's and possible treatments available.

Visit http://www.altadenainhomecare.com/ or call 626-287-0250 for more information about Elder Care and Live In services.