What do you all do when you get hurt/sick?
and your the main one caring for your loved one? I read another thread on here that someone was sick, all they could do is push through helping their loved one and if time given, they rest.
So, I slipped on water last week and was soooo sore, but pushed myself through it. It wasn't easy, and I had to lift the wheelchair in and out of the car those days too. Yesterday my right calf ( in front) starting hurting every time I walked or moved and today yikes, worse!!! I guess I pulled a muscle somehow, I just need to rest but can't.( Grandfather is not feeling well himself, neither is my dad. )
So, I read all the treatments online, heat,rest (lol), anti - inflammatory meds. Any other tips or home remedies to heel faster?
Thanks in advance!
I hope your Sunday is a nice one :)
Investigate timebanks.org to find helpers for all kinds of things. Join a timebank, make friends, and exchange a little of your talents for what you need: might be a message. They are all over the country.
Juddhabuddha- I looked at the Timebank website and it is a great idea! I will also try those home remedies.
Melaine7- Your right, I do need to convince him to have a back up. He is so stubborn and is worried about paying someone ( and admitting he needs help). I will do that anyways though!
wannek- I wish I could do it it all ! Your right, we are only human :)
alwayslearning - I like the way you put that, I agree and also think we should be more helpful to others. I love helping others, even if I dont have much to offer, if its just getting water, food something! I will talk to him again
Thank you all!!!!! :)
My aunt ate more cherries to reduce inflammation. I found that raspberries, grapes and blueberries helped me; even just 1/2 cup at lunch and another at dinner helped reduce inflammation. Celery also has Cox-2 inhibitors and has helped me combat inflammation.
Anti-inflammatory foods may not act as fast as anti-inflammatory meds but they're far safer and won't leave you feeling drowsy.
Don't forget to elevate your injured leg to help reduce inflammation.
Since both Dad and GF aren't feeling well, put on some relaxing, soothing music and all of you can chill out while recuperating.
Another approach is zero-based activity. Of all the things that you feel need to be done today, how many of them are absolutely necessary? Administering meds and eating is two; bathroom issues is a third. Cleaning, laundry and similar activities can be put off.
There's far too much emphasis on things that allegedly need to be done but which really can be done at leisure.
For future emergencies:
Consider getting Meals on Wheels for Dad and GF; make extras when you cook and freeze in one-person portions so you can just heat when you're not able to cook.
Are there any neighbors, church members, friends and/or relatives who could pitch in just to pick up emergency supplies when needed? If so, speak with them when you're feeling better and make contingency arrangements.
If you feel uncomfortable about asking for help, as I do, think what you might be able to do for them - perhaps bake or cook extra and take it to them when you are feeling better.
Reschedule any medical appointments that don't absolutely need to be accomplished this week.
It is really hard to put together a back-up plan if it depends on others' participation, but there must be someone who can help so you can get the rest you need.
You need to get on the phone or have a family meeting to see who would be willing to step up to the plate for a week or two when you are incapacitated. I made sure that my daughter and two teenage grandsons knew how to transfer my husband into and out of a bed, chair, car when they volunteered. You need to check with agencies to find out the cost and payment arrangements if you would need them. Then, check with your local area agency on aging, your church, civic groups, etc. to find out what is available for free or low cost in your area. I have used a combination of our daughter in the evening, an agency caregiver or grandson during the day and a couple of volunteers from a local group who usually just visit people in nursing homes. I hired a lady from our church to come in once a week to clean and get groceries. I finally got smart and signed my husband up with the local VA clinic and we now have a Personal Care Attendant 6 days a week for 2 hours to bathe him, feed him one meal and do some light housekeeping. I also get a certain amount of respite care from the VA. Check around, there is something in your area if you just look and ask for it.
If you are hospitalized and have nothing arranged, the hospital social worker maybe able to help out. One of our hospitals keeps a list of employees (CNA, LPN, RN) who do private duty on the side for less than the agencies usually charge. Hope this helps you.
GardenArtist- Thank you, I will pick some up the next time I go out, sounds yummy too! Im glad they helped you! The way my family is, no matter how anyone feels, appt must be kept and life goes on.
Linda22- Interesting and I will try it! Im glad you have your Arthritis under control!
freqflyer- ha, I love the way you put that! So true isnt it? What do you say to them when they ask that?
pipruby- Sounds like a plan and Im glad it works out for you and your dad. Im also glad the RICE helps you.
Carebill- thanks, its a good idea but he wouldn't go. Sounds like a great backup plan ! He does get a nurse in once a week, but I will see about a little longer.
pamstegman- I will check anyway, I should have all these numbers on hand for any future help needed!
twotonne- You have also been through a lot and Im glad you were able to receive all the help you did and are still receiving. I have talked with our VA here, and many programs are on the "wait list" because of volunteer shortage or funding, but I didn't know they had people to come out and help a little. I will check into it.
You all have helped thank you sooo much!!!! :) Hopefully you all are doing well!!!
JMMiller49, I hope you and your husband are doing better today :) Your right, we do the best we can!