Dementia

Did you know that regular therapeutic exercise has been proven effective in lowering the rates of mental deterioration in people with Alzheimer’s and dementia? FOX physical and occupational therapists are always mindful how dementia affects their patients’ health and ability to understand and follow important instructions.

How Physical and Occupational Therapy Can Help

Maintain Independence

• Utilize activities meaningful to the patient to improve strength, cognition, and emotional and physical well-being to maintain independence

Provide Caregiver Education

• Educate caregivers on changes needed in the home environment
• Recommend modifications to complete daily activities

Reduce Fall Risk

• Management of fall risk through preventive education, therapeutic exercise, and balance training