Arthritis
Elderly care: What causes dizziness?
Older people often complain of feeling dizzy. People who experience dizziness may describe sensations of feeling faint, lightheadedness or loss of balance.
Vertigo is a type of dizziness accompanied by spinning or a whirling sensation in the head.
Why do I feel dizzy?
Dizziness in the elderly can have many causes. Dizziness is normally related to a number of factors and age related changes in the body.
There are many different types of dizziness. Most of the time dizziness occurs when walking or changing the position of the head.
Gout
Gout causes pain, inflammation and swelling in the joints.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is one of the more common types of arthritis. Currently 1 in 10 people in Australia have osteoarthritis (Arthritis Australia 2008).
Caregiver tips for lifting and transferring
As a caregiver you probably spend time lifting and transferring a person in your care. To avoid injuring yourself or someone else it's important to learn safe lifting techniques.
How can arthritis aids make daily living easier?
Arthritis home care aids make doing everyday things easier and less painful. Home care aids can preserve energy and protect the joints from damage.
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