By Roger Sims
In the past few years, 3D printing has taken the world by storm. This technology has changed the way we make things, and companies are taking note. Virtually every industry—from manufacturing, to real estate, to fashion, to automotive—has taken advantage of the capabilities of a 3D printer. Another industry that is benefiting from 3D technology? Healthcare.
The healthcare industry is excited by all the possibilities. Until 2020, 3D printing in the healthcare industry is expected to grow 18% each year. The medical field is already using 3D printers to create custom implants, prostheses, and more. Many types of 3D printing—such as stereolithography, laser beam melting, electron beam melting, and fused deposition modeling—are being used to create medical devices.
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By Anna Hazard
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Part 1 : Stress Relief Game Apps - Relaxing & Calm Part 1
Part 3 : Stress Relief Game Apps - Energetic & Venting Introduction
In this continuation of our series of smartphone app games that will help relief stress, we continue to focus on those apps that have calming gameplay, soothing music & atmosphere, as well as relaxing or mood boosting interactivity. This particular section focuses on those mobile games that have relaxing audio or visual based interactions as well as various logic and puzzle games based on movement, environment, or shape manipulation.
Great for the harried caregiver on the go or for anyone who needs a bit of a chill pill (or a bit of a brain boost). Apps
By Anna Hazard
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Part 2 : Stress Relief Game Apps - Relaxing & Calm Continued
Part 3 : Stress Relief Game Apps - Energetic & Venting Introduction
While it can be immensely fulfilling, caregiving can also be a source of stress & tension just as immense for all of those involved. For the caregiver-on-the-go (or for anyone with a smartphone whose under a bit of pressure), we've put together a selection of iOS and Android smartphone app games that have a calming and relaxing effect upon the player. The focus is on free games (most with the ability to purchase in-app upgrades), but we've included a few low cost alternatives as well.
Also check out our previous blog post on calming stress relief games that can be found online. Apps
By Anna Hazard
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Part 1 - More Helpful Apps for Caregivers 2017 (Scheduling & Medication)
Part 2 - More Helpful Apps for Caregivers 2017 (Monitoring & Meals) Introduction
This third part in our 2017 update to our previous Helpful Apps for Caregivers guide focuses on stress relief-- in particular on those apps for the iOS and Android platforms that are centered around meditation, breathing techniques, positive thinking, and other mindfulness methods that would be helpful to the harried caregiver or to anyone in general under a bit (or a lot) of stress.
Most of the listed apps are free or have basic free or trial versions with opt-in premium content for purchase or available subscriptions. Apps
By Anna Hazard
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Part 1 - More Helpful Apps for Caregivers 2017 (Scheduling & Medication)
Part 3 - More Helpful Apps for Caregivers 2017 (Stress Relief) Introduction
This second part on our update regarding iOS and Android smartphone apps for caregivers focuses mostly apps for remotely monitoring a senior loved one's health & activity and food & recipe apps that would be helpful for busy people with little time on their hands or with other special needs.
Most of these programs are suitable for use by both patients and caregivers (and is required by some of them). Remember to discuss any planned monitoring attempts with your loved ones before proceeding with those particular style of apps. Apps
By Anna Hazard
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Part 2 - More Helpful Apps for Caregivers 2017 (Monitoring & Meals)
Part 3 - More Helpful Apps for Caregivers 2017 (Stress Relief) Introduction
Here is an update for 2017 to our previous Helpful Apps for Caregivers series featuring newly available or otherwise overlooked apps for Android & iOS smartphones. This particular article focuses on apps specifically designed to help with caregiving tasks, with maintaining medication schedules, as well as a few designed for general stress relief.
For more suggestions of previously popular apps for caregivers (including such classics as CareZone, CaringBridge, and Elder 911), please check out our articles from last year - Helpful Apps for Caregivers Part 1 & Part 2. Apps
By Anna Hazard
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Introduction
As seniors are less likely to go outside during the cold winter months, they are one of the highest demographics for suffering the symptoms of not receiving enough sunlight which ranges from lower Vitamin D levels to experiencing SAD.
SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder is caused by receiving inefficient natural sunlight which upsets the sleep-wake and other circadian cycles and disrupts the production of melatonin(a hormone that causes drowsiness and lethargy) and the mood regulating neurotransmitter serotonin as well as epinephrine. It symptoms include depression, lethargy & tiredness, irritability, agitation, increased appetite, and difficulty concentrating. Here are a couple suggestions for both caregivers and seniors alike when it comes to combating SAD and the general winter blahs. As always, consult your family doctor before beginning a new therapy routine or if symptoms of depression continue to persist. Gadgets
By Anna Hazard
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In this day & age, people find themselves more and more immersed in technology needed to properly keep up with an increasingly fast paced world. But while these electronic gadgets bring a host of conveniences with their use, those with arthritis, hand weakness, or other such dexterity issues may find using them a painful problem of its own.
And so here are the gadgets, devices, and other bits of ableware that make handling those other electronic gadgets far more convenient. These cover a wide scope of items available from specialty stores to your local Home Depot, ranging from simple cuffs for pushing buttons to high tech foot pedals that take the place of handheld computer mice.
By Anna Hazard
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Part 1 - Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers
Part 2 - Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers & Patients Part 3 - Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia Patients
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