As we head into summer, the possibility of extreme heat becomes a reality here on the beautiful West Coast. When temperatures rise, please be sure to check in on your elderly neighbors, friends, and relatives, especially those without air conditioning or those who live in a home exposed to direct sunlight. In the event of extreme temperatures, cooling centers will be operated, and their locations will be well publicized. Please assist your senior friends, neighbors, and relatives to access cooling centers. And please call CV Senior Support at 250-871-5940 if assistance is needed.
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Dental Visits for Overall Wellness
Keeping your mouth healthy can benefit your overall well-being, so regular visits to the dentist every six months are important. Having regular dental checkups can help prevent smaller problems from becoming bigger ones and can keep your smile looking its best. Besides taking care of plaque and tartar, dental hygiene appointments also ensure you’re being checked for things like cavities, oral cancer, gum disease, and any abnormalities with your neck, jaw, or lymph nodes. Most health insurance plans cover regular dental hygiene appointments, making it easy for you to get the dental care you need and keep your mouth healthy!
Improve Your Overall Health
According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 1 in 3 adults don’t get enough good quality sleep, which can contribute to a host of serious health issues, including: Cardiovascular Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol, and more. Conversely, the right amount of good quality sleep can: strengthen your immune system, speed the healing of cells, tissues, and blood vessels, improve brain function and reflex speed, lower your stress as well as lower your risk of chronic illness. If you are struggling to get a good night’s sleep, it could be your mattress. Find out how a new, high-quality mattress can improve your overall health.
Freedom on Wheels: Mobility Scooters
With good weather upon us, it’s the perfect time to consider a mobility scooter. Scooters lower the risk of injury and increase independence, providing more opportunities for socializing and the freedom to do what you want. Mobility scooters offer a sense of safety and the ability to access places previously out of reach. For those who already have a scooter, book a 25-point Safety Inspection & Battery Testing for only $99. We come to you. Offer expires June 30.
Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Conditions
Do you suffer from a nagging injury like tennis elbow, achilles tendonitis, frozen shoulder, rotator cuff injuries or plantar fasciitis? Shockwave therapy is one of the best research-backed treatments for chronic musculoskeletal conditions that have not healed properly. It involves the application of acoustic sound waves to kick-start healing, control pain, and restore mobility. Often patients will feel relief after their first treatment and can expect more significant and lasting changes within 3-5 applications. Shockwave Therapy coupled with Class IV Laser Therapy is evidence based and the gold standard in tendon healing.
Why Choose Motion?
Because it’s not a place, it’s a partnership. Our knowledgeable experts enjoy making life accessible for everyone by identifying the unique needs of our clients and selecting solutions that fit their lifestyle. Contact one of our experienced rehab consultants today for more information about *power lift recliners, *stairlifts, *vehicle lifts, *mobility scooters, *folding power wheelchairs, *rollators, *bathroom safety items and more. We’re also here to help with rental equipment, repairs and maintenance and to assist with navigating funding opportunities. Let us help you make a difference in your life everyday with the right mobility and home accessibility solutions.
Men and Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis, a disease that renders bones porous and frail, causes over 30,000 hip fractures annually in Canada. While most people associate osteoporosis with women, around 25% of these fractures occur in men. To help prevent osteoporosis, make sure to exercise regularly, suited to your health. This will encourage bone cell renewal. If you are not getting enough nutrients from your food, you may require a dietary supplement such as calcium and vitamin D, which are crucial for bone health. Speak to your Courteney Pharmacy Pharmacist for more information.
Early Signs of Dementia
It can be difficult to determine if a loved one is experiencing early onset of dementia. Some early signs include memory loss such as not remembering recent events or faces of loved ones which is a very prominent symptom, difficulty performing routine tasks such as brushing your teeth, tying shoes or checking the mailbox, personality or behaviour changes such as sudden and increased anger in normally calm persons. If you know a loved one who is experiencing any of these signs, it’s important for them to see a doctor to determine the next steps for you and your family.
Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke
Heat exhaustion can occur if the body loses an excess amount of fluid through sweating and does not have it replenished. As your body becomes dehydrated, it begins to overheat and you may start to feel faint, dizzy, and lightheaded. If left untreated, heat exhaustion may progress to heat stroke, a life-threatening condition. At this stage, your temperature rises to a dangerous level and you may no longer sweat due to extreme dehydration. A person suffering from heat stroke may be in a state of confusion and disorientation. If you suspect someone is experiencing a heat stroke, press their Lifeline Personal Help button or call 911, get them out of the heat, and apply cold compresses on the body to lower body temperature quickly. Denise Metcalfe, Executive Director ComoxValleyLifeline.com
Common Kids’ Dental Problems
Your dentist can help diagnose and treat common dental problems in kids, including: Tooth Decay – can lead to sensitivity, pain, and gum issues. Keep track of when and how well your child brushes. Gingivitis – is a precursor to gum disease. Speak to your dentist if your child’s gums bleed when brushing and flossing. Thumb Sucking – if long-term, can cause an open bite and problems with eating and talking. Broken/Chipped Teeth – ensure your child wears a mouth guard when playing sports and seek treatment for broken/chipped teeth. Orthodontic Issues – your dentist may refer you to an orthodontist for these issues.
Meet Your Practitioner
Raymond Gilby is a Registered Hearing Instrument Practitioner / Cerumen Management (RHIP/C) and is the owner of Clear Ear. He is the Vice-President of the Hearing Instrument Practitioners Society of BC, as well as the BC representative for the Canadian Hearing Instrument Practitioners Society. For the past decade, Raymond has been working across Vancouver Island, performing services safely in clients’ homes. Recognizing that many clinics no longer offer cerumen (ear wax) removal, Raymond earned his full certification in cerumen management and offers his clients micro-suction (the gold standard for wax removal), irrigation, and sometimes a combination of the two.
