Is there something that you should be doing right now, but you are not? We are almost sure there is. Everyone puts things off now and again. But doing this too often and to a degree where it can have severe repercussions on your daily life should be a cause of worry. Procrastinating regularly and seeking diversions is a sign of a person's lack of self-control. Procrastination is also a lot like lying to oneself. You tell yourself that you will do it eventually, or you convin

Going to the bathroom should never be a chore. But for elderly adults, it can often pose a safety hazard. Luckily, there are steps you can take to create a safe bathroom for your elderly loved one. In this post, we will review what you need to know about bathroom designs for the elderly and take a look at bathroom remodeling ideas for seniors. Problems with Bathrooms for Seniors A remodeled bathroom for seniors will address the following concerns: Moisture that causes surface

Using a mobility aid that suits you and your needs is critical, as it’ll offer you more independence, reduce your pain when walking, and increase your confidence and safety. Below is a detailed comparison between knee scooters vs crutches, to help you decide which one is a better option for you and your needs. If you aren’t familiar with one or both mobility aids, here is a quick description of both. Crutches Pros Price: Crutches are one of the most affordable options of mo

Transitioning home after a hospital stay may leave you feeling uncertain and fearful as you're left to face the rest of your recovery on your own. You’re on high alert for returning or new symptoms, especially because you lose accessibility to the type of immediate care available in the hospital. Readmission rates are also affected by the complexity of your condition and how well you comply with treatment. Up to a staggering 25% of people who are discharged from the hospital

Physical and occupational therapy both play a key role in rehabilitation and recovery. At Summit Rehab, our expert teams of occupational and physical therapists work together to create a holistic treatment program for our patients in short- and long-term care. If you’ve been referred for a combination of occupational and physical therapy, you might be wondering why you need both types of therapy. In this article, we’ll address how physical and occupational therapies complemen

The coronavirus, widely referred to as COVID-19, is a disease that surfaced in Wuhan, China at the end of 2019. The virus that causes COVID-19 is called SARS-CoV-2, and belongs to the family of coronaviruses, several of which cause the common cold. While COVID-19 is not exclusively a respiratory disease, the most common symptoms are respiratory in nature, including dry cough, congestion, and loss of taste or smell.1 But other reported symptoms are more systemic, ranging from

One thing is certain: COVID-19 affects people in different ways. The majority will experience mild to moderate symptoms, including a fever, a dry cough, and tiredness. Some will also have muscular aches and pains, a sore throat, a stomach upset, headaches, conjunctivitis, the loss of taste or smell, or a skin rash. An unfortunate one in five COVID-19 patients will develop more serious symptoms, including difficulty breathing, chest pain, loss of muscle control, severe inflamm

Chronic illnesses, sudden injuries, and mental and physical disabilities can make it difficult or even impossible for those suffering from them to perform many of the day-to-day functions most people take for granted. The Field of Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is focused on the remediation of impairments and limitations to everyday life. While this often involves one’s occupation in the sense of a job or career, it can also refer to an occupation in the broader se

Occupational therapy (OT) for physical dysfunction helps patients remediate impairments and limitations by learning practical techniques to work around their challenges. It helps patients recovering from surgeries (joint replacement and other orthopedic surgeries,) rehabilitating after a stroke or cardiac event, or dealing with the loss of mobility due to chronic health conditions regain day-to-day functions and independence. If you or a loved one is starting this recovery jo