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What Is Causing Your Dad’s Foot Pain?

Posted in Foot Care, Home Health Care |

February 28, 2022

| by Thad and Allyson Johnson

Home Health Care: Your dad doesn’t seem to walk much.

When he does, your dad complains about foot pain. So, he ambles and limits how long he’s on his feet. Mobility issues caused by pain are common, but the issue needs to be addressed by you, your home health care provider, and your doctor. What’s causing your dad’s foot pain?

 

Home Health Care in Elba AL: Foot Care

Home Health Care in Elba AL: Foot Care

Do His Shoes Fit?

One of the leading causes of foot pain is that the shoes don’t fit. Has your dad ever measured his feet to ensure his shoes are correctly sized? If not, it’s time. Once he knows his size, he should try different brands to find the best fit.

When he tries on shoes, make sure it’s late in the afternoon when he’s been on his feet for most of the day. His feet will be swollen at this point, so you know the fit will account for swelling.

If the shoes pinch anywhere or are too loose and rub, he needs to adjust the size accordingly. Go a half size smaller or larger. If the shoe pinches, go a half size up or try a wider fit. If they’re too loose, go down half a size.

Different brands will use their own size guidelines, so the size 10 that fits well with one brand may not be the same with another brand. Your dad could be a size 11 with another company. Once he finds a brand that fits comfortably, try sticking to that manufacturer.


Foot Care Is Crucial

Something as simple as toenails that have grown too long can lead to severe foot pain. If the nails are too long, they can cut into other toes when he puts shoes on. They can curl into his toe if they get too long. His nails need to be trimmed straight across and not rounded. They shouldn’t extend beyond the end of the toe.

Dry, cracked heels happen and can cause pain and infection. Keeping the skin moisturized helps with this. Exfoliating the dead skin is also essential. If your dad cannot reach his feet on his own, he needs to have a caregiver helping him. You can help with this task if you want or hire personal care at home aides.

Personal care at home aides can help your dad keep up with appointments with a podiatrist. They can help him at shoe-fitting appointments, assist him on walks, and help him with foot care at home. Learn more about personal care at home by calling a home care agency.

 

 

If you or an aging loved-one are considering hiring Homecare in Ozark, AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900.

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Simple Crafts That Keep Your Mom and Children Occupied

Posted in Home Care in Elba AL, Home Health Care in Elba AL |

April 24, 2020

| by Thad and Allyson Johnson

Maybe there’s a virus going around your house that has your family staying inside. Maybe the weather isn’t cooperating. For whatever reason, your children and mom are stuck inside and getting bored. It’s hard to get things done around the house when your family is bored.

 

Home Health Care in Elba AL: Senior Crafts

Home Health Care in Elba AL: Senior Crafts

 

Instead of letting the boredom continue, get them involved in simple crafts that all ages can do. These crafts are all easy for children and adults and keep people occupied for hours.

 

Melted Crayon Art

Sharpen a bunch of crayons using a hand-held sharpener. Set the crayon shavings aside on small sheets of wax paper. Set those wax paper squares on a table with some sheets of paper.

Have your mom and children place the crayon shavings on a sheet of paper in whatever design appeals to them. Cover the artwork with the second sheet of paper. Carefully carry the paper to an ironing board and iron the paper so that the crayon shavings melt. Pull off the top piece of paper to reveal the crayon art.

 

Origami

You don’t need much to get started with origami. Paper squares and instructions that you can print out online gets you started. From there, it’s all a matter of following the instructions when it comes to folding the paper into different animals or objects.

Origami paper is sold in packets at craft stores. You can also make squares from magazines, wrapping paper, and junk mail. You’ll need scissors to cut them into squares.

 

Painted Rocks

Gather rocks while you’re out walking. Bring them home and soak them in a bleach and water solution and scrub away any dirt. Once they’re clean, allow them to fully dry.

Cover a table in a newspaper or a vinyl tablecloth to protect the wood. A selection of paintbrushes and cotton swabs provide the tools needed to paint. Use a styrofoam egg tray or several small paper cups and fill them with different paint colors.

Your mom and kids can paint the rocks and transform them into little creatures, flowers, or other objects. Once dried, they can go into your gardens to add splashes of color.

 

Are you struggling to get everything done when you’re a family caregiver? Have you considered hiring caregivers to help your parents out? If you’re balancing the care of your children and your parents, which is common in the sandwich generation, caregivers are important. Call a home care agency to help your parents so that you can focus on family.

 

If you or an aging loved-one are considering hiring Home Health Care in Elba, AL, please contact the caring staff at Wiregrass HomeCare today. Call us at 334-539-5900.

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