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| Kristin Pitstick Spa Manager |
November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month! We know that massage therapy offers many wonderful benefits: increased circulation, decreased pain, and increased range of motion just to name a few. But did you know that massage can help those affected by Alzheimer’s? Let’s take a look at a few of the benefits massage can offer Alzheimer’s patients:
Reduces agitation and aggression
Improves quality of life
Improves balance and agility
Alleviates depression and anxiety
Promotes a sense of well-being
Increases body awareness and alertness
Reduction in the feelings of confusion
Eases the effects of isolation and boredom
Decreases stress
Assists with pain management and circulation
St. Leonard Massage Therapist, Tim Barringer, is certified in geriatric and special needs massage. He is here to serve our residents! With physician approval, Tim can perform “at home” appointments with residents that have limited mobility. If you have any questions or wish to make an appointment, you can call the Day Spa at 937.432.6540.
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