Quality Night, Quality Day

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Quality Night, Quality Day
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During the Night Age brings with it less
activity and a more sedentary lifestyle, when
all of the rushing around has become a thing of
the past. Lack of sleep can lead to more
accidents and clumsiness, as well as making
social and family situations less enjoyable /
manageable. Not enough sleep during the night can
then lead to nodding off during the day,
disrupting any plans laid out. The Elderly and
Sleep Patterns According to research, 10 to 30
percent of adults live without adequate sleep.
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• As with all ages, the recommended sleep allowance
  is seven to nine
• hours per night though, for different reasons,
  elderly people dont always achieve that.
• When it becomes dark, our bodies produce
  melatonin, which allows us to become ready for
  sleep. The older we get, and a drop in
  production of melatonin, means we tend to
  struggle with falling asleep quickly and go in
  and out of sleep during the night.
• Broken sleep may lead to medication being seen as
  a route to solve such sleeplessness.
• Insufficient sleep can cause-
• a slowed down ability to learn new things and to
  remember information
• poor balance
• craving unhealthy foods, packed with ingredients
  to boost energy levels e.g. sugar-packed foods
• a negative change in mood, leading to a
  depressive state and also to dementia
• heart disease, cancer and diabetes.
• Studies into REM (rapid eye movement) and memory
  loss have shown that such deprivation can lead
  to Alzheimers and dementia.

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• Sufficient sleep can lead to-
• an improvement in cardiovascular health i.e. the
  health of the heart and blood vessels
• being more alert and with it during the day
• a better appetite
• being less reliant on some medications
• enjoying a better quality of day
• a lower chance of feeling depressed
• a better memory
• better balance and fewer chances of falls and/or
  injuries.
• Tips for Sleeping Well
• Once the busy lifestyle has gone, elderly people
  can achieve a better nights sleep by following
  a few pointers-
• if you nap during the day, try to limit it to
  only twenty minutes and dont nap too late in
  the day (nap before 4 oclock)
• stick to a regular bedtime hour, so that your
  body can adjust itself to your needs
• try to keep away from screens (e.g. television,
  computers and mobile phones) for at least one
  hour before going to bed, as the blue light
  emitted can affect your bodys natural sleep
  pattern

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• regular exercise can help you feel more ready for
  bed, thus
• enhancing the quality of sleep
• avoid tobacco and caffeine in the hours just
  before bedtime
• keep the temperature below 75 F / 23.9 C and
  consider using air conditioning or a fan, to
  keep you cool (if you can tolerate the resulting
  noise).
• Different Types of Bed Bases
• There are different types of bed bases, each with
  their own advantages and disadvantages.
• Box Spring Base
• A box spring bed is a wooden bed base filled with
  spring coils which are covered with a layer of
  fabric.
• The sprung area promotes a flow of air and
  promotes cooler sleep.
• This type of bed base is not compatible with
  heavy mattresses (e.g. memory foam and latex).
• Wear and tear of this type of bed base might
  present itself as a sagging mattress.
• Foundation Bed Base
• A foundation bed base is covered in wooden slats
  which are usually about two or three inches
  apart.

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c ustomerservice_at_essentialaids.com The lack of
springs in this bed base will make the mattress
feel firmer. A foundation base will last longer
than a box spring design. This stronger bed base
is compatible with most mattresses. Adjustable
Bed Base An adjustable bed base allows for the
top or bottom to be raised or lowered, to hone
in on where the most support is needed. This bed
base design is more sophisticated and may also
include voice control options and massage
settings. Is Your Mattress Keeping You Awake at
Night? There are so many designs of mattresses,
that its difficult to find the right one for
you, or you and your partner. Certain mattresses
can go that extra mile for elderly people and
people with arthritis, aching joints and bad
backs. A hybrid inner spring mattress is made up
of individually wrapped coils, which contour to
your body and dont wake your partner, should
you need to get up during the night. Mattresses
boasting an upper layer of memory foam or latex
help reduce the pressure on aching joints. Latex
may be the better
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two, because it is naturally cool and so aids
restful sleep. A latex mattress adjusts to the
curves of the sleeper, whereas memory foam
sometimes just sinks under the weight. A latex
mattress with lumbar support gives protection to
ones back during sleep, with an added comfort
of feeling hugged during the night. Natural
latex is breathable, helping to keep the body
heat down whilst sleeping. A good / therapeutic
mattress should allow the user to disperse his
or her weight evenly, thus reducing any unwanted
pressure on joints, as well as on the whole body
frame. Mattress Toppers a Simpler Option An
easier approach to making sleep more blissful is
to cover the mattress with a mattress
topper. Whilst mattress toppers feel thick enough
to be mattresses in their own right, they are
for the purpose of topping a mattress, so as to
increase the firmness and softness experienced
during sleep.
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mattress toppers make the bed firmer, whilst
a topper made of down will make it softer. A
memory foam topper supports your needs and
movements during the night and doesnt disturb
your partner in the same bed. Mattress toppers
tend to be between two and four inches thick, the
thicker options giving better back
support. Memory foam toppers adjust with your
body and weight but can warm up quickly. They
are still an excellent choice for neck, back and
hip pain. The dense material of mattress toppers
can affect air flow, leaving you feeling damp
and uncomfortable, also interrupting your
sleep. Doctors may recommend a firm mattress, as
it supports your spine and relieves pain and
pressure points, whereas a soft mattress will
allow you to move into a difficult sleeping
position, thus exacerbating pain already
felt. During the Day Sitting comfortably during
the day is important, as sleeping well at night
and a regular day can be full of ups and downs
in different chairs in the house.
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a persons general strength, their back and their
legs, some run-of-the-mill seats can prove too
hard to tackle e.g. the seat pad is too low to
get down to, or too hard to give comfort. Arm
weakness and unsteady grip can make standing up
from a chair quite a challenge. Chairs which
have the ability to help the user to gently lower
oneself into a sitting position, and to also
stand safely, take the stress out of these
moments and reduce mishaps and injury. Riser
Recliner Chairs do the Work for You As well as a
bad back and arthritis, there are many health
conditions which may arrive with age that can
make getting in and out of a chair an
uncomfortable experience. A riser recliner chair
gives you support while you sit and helps you
stand more easily. At the press of a button, a
riser recliner chair can adjust its position to
suit your needs, adjusting your posture to meet
the activity in hand. Sitting still over long
periods of time can hamper blood circulation and
can also cause pressure sores.
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recliner allows different sitting positions,
which cant be enjoyed in an ordinary chair. In a
powered riser recliner chair, different chair
positions simply at the press of a button can
relieve unwanted pressures and give peace of
mind. Some superior powered riser recliner chairs
can offer motor massage, keeping the body a
little more agile and safe from back pain and
pressure sores. Riser recliner chairs can be made
to measure, guaranteeing even more comfort when
lounging. Fabric and colour can also be tailored
to match your preferences. Points to Address
When Choosing a Riser Recliner Chair The height
of the backrest must also support the users
head, so measure the chair from the top of the
seat cushion to the top of the backrest, to
check that it is equal or more than the
prospective users needs when seated. The width
and depth of the seat cushion should support the
users frame and be neither too wide nor too
narrow. A dual motor design means that the user
has separate control of the backrest and the
footrest, allowing you to choose the right
support for back and legs, independently.
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c ustomerservice_at_essentialaids.com A single motor
design means that there is only fixed action avai
lable to the user. If a powered riser recliner
chair is in constant use, it will add a
noticeable rise to the price showing on the
electricity bill. A powered chair will last
longer than a manual one but is subject to
breakdowns, which wouldnt occur with a manual
model. Depending on frequency of use, a powered
chair can last between ten and twenty
years. Summary Develop a bedtime routine which
allows you to improve your quality of
sleep. Avoid taking sleeping tablets, as they
suppress sleep ability over time. Take time out
to check the suitability of your bed base and
mattress and how / if they match your health, as
well as mobility, needs. A mattress topper may
prove to be a simpler solution to getting a
better nights sleep. Riser recliner chairs take
the toughness out of sitting and standing and
also reduce aches, pains and falls.
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c ustomerservice_at_essentialaids.com Using the
power buttons to alter your sitting position and
move pressure from one place to another will
greatly improve blood circulation and also
reduce the frequency of pressure sores. Quality
of life means looking after oneself and a good
nights sleep will lead to a better day. Blog
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