OT INNOVATION: April, Occupational Awareness Month
We love how innovative occupational therapists are! Here are a few examples of how much we appreciate our OTs and the innovative ways...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Mar 2, 2021
- 1 min
5 Minutes Outdoors Helps Mental Health
February is the month to remember that you are special, unique and very important. 2020 tested our mental health in new ways. For some,...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 27, 2021
- 1 min
Can you wipe with two broken arms?
I recently received a phone call from a woman who slipped on ice and broke both of her arms. This woman didn't want her caregiver taking...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 12, 2021
- 1 min
just breathe.
I have learned over the years that breathing exercises are a vital part of my physical and mental health. I truly practice breathing...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Aug 20, 2020
- 2 min
Self Care During Covid
Stay healthy during Covid! Your friends at Freedom Wand care for you!
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 2 min
Challenges Of Personal Hygiene Care After Spinal Surgery
A patient is recovering from spine surgery and is about to be discharged and the doctor gives them a list of restricted activities. The...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 3 min
Types of Spinal Cord Injuries [Infographic]
The design of the spinal cord is a combination of strong bones, flexible ligaments and tendons, large muscles, and sensitive nerves....
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 3 min
7 Reasons To Consider Assisted Living Over Aging In Place
Due to the attachment to the home, it can represent an extension of an individual’s identity, thus “home” can be more than just a place...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 3 min
5 Bedsore Myths (Debunked!)
Developing a bedsore (or pressure ulcer) poses significant challenges for patient and caregiver - not only does it cause pain and affect...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 4 min
8 Ways Seniors Can Strengthen Their Balance
One crucial component of aging gracefully (and safely) is balance. Not only does a keen sense of balance work in tandem with your own...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 3 min
5 Exercise Trends for Seniors
TV and movies might like to make it look like senior fitness is all jazzercise and stability balls, but the truth is exercise programs...
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FreedomWand Admin
- Jan 21, 2020
- 2 min
Differences Between The FreedomWand, Bottom Buddy, and Self Wipe
A person’s mobility and range of motion can decrease with age; there are many assistive devices or independent living aids (ADLs) such as...
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