Sunday, January 24, 2010

Diabetes Effects On Vision | LIVESTRONG.COM

Diabetes Effects On Vision. Due to the impact of abnormal glucose levels, diabetics are at risk for developing a variety of vision-related diseases. One major disease is called diabetic retinopathy because i...

Friday, January 22, 2010

Card Games for Patients with Memory Loss

I came across this article while doing a bit of research and I liked these card games to play with people in the early to mid stages of memory loss. I like the author's enthusiasm and the games sound like they would help people reminisce, socially connect- as well as have a good time. However, I do not think they would be helpful for people in the late stages of dementia.
check them out: Memory Card Games for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients.

BarbaraSmithOccupationalTherapist.com

Monday, January 11, 2010

Rheumatoid Arthritis Characteristics | LIVESTRONG.COM

Rheumatoid Arthritis Characteristics. Rheumatoid arthritis RA causes joint inflammation and deformity that make it difficult to perform daily activities. Diagnosis is made when X-rays show cartilage destruction and b...

Friday, January 1, 2010

Stimulating Dog in Nursing Home

Animal Therapy in nursing home-very touching and therapeutic.