Parkinson’s Care in Edmonton, AB
We Treat Patients Who Have Parkinson’s Disease
Nurse Anytime has the experience and expertise to provide Parkinson’s disease treatment to patients in Edmonton, AB & the surrounding area. Our family-owned organization comprises a compassionate team of caregivers who will help you or your loved one deal with the challenges of this debilitating disease. We understand the obstacles seniors face as their conditions worsen, so we are proud to provide customized, in-home nursing. No one wants to battle a frustrating medical condition from a foreign environment like a nursing home or hospital. Nurse Anytime will deliver top-notch Parkinson’s care in the comfort of your home to help your loved one maintain dignity and independence. Call us today to learn more.
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative condition that primarily affects neurons in an area of the brain known as the substantia nigra. There is no cure, and its cause is largely unknown. Parkinson’s disease is not fatal, but it can result in an array of challenging complications such as tremors, limb rigidity, and balance problems. Nurse Anytime specializes in treating patients with Parkinson’s disease. Every case is different, so we will devise a care plan that is right for your loved one and adapt it as his or her condition changes.
How to Care for Someone with Parkinson’s Disease
Though no cure for Parkinson’s disease is currently available, there are several treatment strategies that help minimize its progression and enable sufferers to maintain their independence. Our caregivers have been assisting patients with Parkinson’s disease for years, so we have a keen eye for ways to help individuals at all stages. Among our approaches to caring for those with Parkinson’s disease are:
- Monitoring each patient’s abilities to recognize any performance declines
- Promoting a fitness regimen
- Encouraging social behavior
- Assisting with associated psychological struggles and challenges
- Remaining patient while individuals overcome obstacles
The Five Stages of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease gets worse over time. While there is no way to stop the progression, understanding the condition’s five stages can help patients cope. The five stages of Parkinson’s disease are: * Stage One – Patients experience mild symptoms that usually do not hinder daily activities. Movement symptoms occur on only one side of the body.
* Stage Two – Symptoms worsen and spread to both sides of the body. Sufferers can still live alone, but routine tasks may become challenging.
* Stage Three – Sufferers notice a loss of balance and slowed movements. These symptoms can impair dressing, eating, and more. Falls are also common during this stage.
* Stage Four – Walking usually requires aid during this stage. Help with daily activities is necessary at this point.
* Stage Five – During this most severe stage, standing and walking are not possible. Parkinson’s care is necessary around the clock. Hallucinations and delusions may also occur.
Home Health Care is Vital for Patients with Parkinson’s
During the first or second stage of Parkinson’s disease, individuals can usually still maintain their daily routines. However, we provide Parkinson’s care during the initial phases so that patients can get assistance from our professionals. We will help explain what to expect from the affliction and how to slow its progression. But arguably most importantly, we are trained to notice any worsening symptoms so that we can adapt a treatment plan. Eventually, tasks such as cooking, driving, and other chores will become dangerous. By working with our specialists, you will have peace of mind knowing we will help in your time of need, gain a firm understanding of your condition, and identify:
* Severe tremors
* Slowed movement
* Muscle rigidity
* Impaired posture and balance
* Automatic movement loss
* Speech changes
* Writing changes
Our Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Specialties
Nurse Anytime provides in-home care for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease in Edmonton, AB. But no two treatment approaches are the same. The disease affects people in many ways, and its progression varies greatly. We aim to make life easier for all of our patients. In addition to various forms of minor medical assistance, our highly trained nurses and case managers help facilitate independent, fulfilling lifestyles. We help some of our patients, plan, shop for, and prepare meals. Others depend on us for help bathing, dressing, cleaning, or completing home-based physical therapy. We can even aid with incontinence issues. But no one wants to live every day confined within four walls. Therefore, we also provide transportation so that your loved one can enjoy outings in Edmonton.
Contact Nurse Anytime for Parkinson’s Disease Care Today
People living with Parkinson’s disease face a wide range of challenges from the time they get out of bed in the morning until the moment they lay down at night. Tremors, limb rigidity, slowed movement, and balance issues can make routine tasks seem impossible. But Nurse Anytime can help. We provide Parkinson’s care in Edmonton, AB so that our patients can continue to live at home safely and independently. Contact us today for a free assessment.