With some causes of dementia, curing the underlying condition isn't possible, and so dementia treatment focuses on easing the symptoms. This can help reduce distress and disruption for the caregiver as well as the patient. Different types of drug treatments, of course, apply to different categories of symptoms:
To climb stairs, place your cane in the hand opposite your injured leg. With your free hand, grasp the handrail. Step up on your good leg first, then step up on the injured leg. To come down stairs, put your cane on the step first, then your injured leg and then, finally, your good leg, which carries your body weight.
DEAR READER: A cane will get you on your feet and allow you to be more active. It will also help you strengthen your body and give you some independence while your hip heals. First, itâs important to make sure you select the right cane. There are several types: standard, offset and multi-leg (quad). The standard cane has a curved handle or a T-shaped (functional grip) handle. A standard cane is good if you need help with balance but the cane doesnât have to bear a lot of weight. An offset cane (the upper part of the shaft bends outward) can bear more weight than a standard cane. The handle is usually flat, which makes it a good choice if your hands are weak.