Seniors who want to remain healthy as they age can benefit in a variety of ways when they receive professional homecare. Assisting Hands Home Care is here to help your loved one accomplish daily tasks, prevent illness, and focus on living a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Exercise

Exercise may seem like an unlikely solution, but it’s necessary for anyone with joint pain and stiffness. Some joints, such as the shoulder, freeze if not exercised, resulting in a permanent loss of mobility. When exercising to maintain or promote better joint health, some ways are better than others: 

• Doing water exercises or swimming laps allows for full range of motion without adding stress to aging joints or bones.
• Yoga and stretching can alleviate stiffness and boost strength in the surrounding muscles.
• Wii games may seem like child’s play, but they’re a fun way to keep active without causing strain on the body. Bowling, tennis, golf, walking on a tightrope, or even running an obstacle course all increase balance and keep the knees, hips, and ankles flexible.
• Cardio workouts, such as walking, relieve overall inflammation in the body by increasing circulation and reducing weight.

Weak and painful joints are only one of many age-related conditions older adults may experience. If you have a senior loved one who needs help maintaining a high quality of life while aging in place, reach out to Assisting Hands Home Care, a leading provider of Home Care San Diego families can rely on. All of our caregivers are bonded, licensed, and insured, there are no hidden fees, and we never ask our clients to sign long-term contracts.

Diet

What someone eats can have a significant impact on the way his or her body works. Try to incorporate the following foods into your loved one’s diet on a regular basis: 

• Salmon and other fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids
• Leafy green vegetables
• Walnuts and other nuts rich in omega-6 fatty acids
• Dairy products with calcium and added vitamin D
• Bone broth

Try to avoid the following foods, as they can increase inflammation, cause stiffness and swelling, and increase weight gain:

• Processed foods
• Trans fats and semi-hydrogenated fats

Severe joint issues can make it difficult for aging adults to handle the basic activities of daily living on their own. If you’re the primary family caregiver for a senior loved one living in San Diego, home care service is available around the clock if your loved one’s health has become too difficult to manage without professional expertise. At Assisting Hands Home Care, we take measures to help seniors prevent illness and injury by assisting with exercise and mobility, preparing nutritious meals, helping with bathing and other personal hygiene tasks, and much more. Assisting Hands Home Care can be your trusted partner when your loved one needs help with the challenges of aging. Call us today to learn about our high-quality in-home care services.