Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older adults.

Signs and Symptoms

There are 10 warning signs of possible Alzheimer's disease:

• Memory changes disrupt daily life.
• Difficulty making decisions, especially in planning or solving problems.
• Difficulty completing familiar tasks.
• Confusion about time and/or place.
• Trouble understanding visual images or the way things fit together (spatial relationships).
• Finding the right words to say when speaking or writing.
• Misplacing items and losing the ability to retrace your steps.
• Poor or decreased judgment about safety.
• Withdrawal from work or social activities.
• Changes in mood or personality.

In the early and middle stages of Alzheimer's disease, physical therapists help people stay mobile. With this help, people can continue to perform their roles at home and in the community.

In the later stages of a disease, physical therapists can assist patients in maintaining as many daily activities as possible. They can instruct family members and caregivers on how to improve their loved one's safety and manage their needs. Physical therapists can make the home safer by conducting a home evaluation.

 People with Alzheimer's disease develop age-related conditions. These include arthritis, falls, and bone fractures; therapists pay close attention to the effects of the disease on these other conditions.

If you or a loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease symptoms, call our office today or schedule an appointment online so our team of experts can help manage the symptoms.

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Sources: :https://www.myactionpt.com/physical-therapy-guide-to-alzheimer-s-disease

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Written by:

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT

President

Reddy Care Physical Therapy

Reddy Care Occupational Therapy

Reddy Care Aquatic Therapy

Author

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.