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Recently Oxley Home Care commenced providing home care personal services for my father. The Senior Care Coordinator was very prompt in coming to visit my father and in organising support within a week of my phone call enquiry. She has been very friendly and helpful, and keen to ensure that the Care Worker is a good match for my father. We appreciated her phone call following up after the Care Worker's first visit to check that Dad was happy and that his needs were being met. Dad is indeed very happy with the support of his Care Worker - "She is a delightful young lady with a personality that brightens up my day. She comes for one hour five mornings a week, and is meticulous in carrying out the allocated tasks. She is efficient and uses her initiative." Many thanks Oxley Home Care! Margaret Grainger
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23:36 18 Sep 19
Oxley Home Care are real professionals, and I was lucky to find them. They followed up promptly on my initial call, and always stayed in contact. They went out of their way to help me get started with a care worker, who was always prompt and supportive. I can highly recommend them !
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05:20 06 Sep 19
Supportive and caring organisation with clients best interests at heart. A truly wonderful place to work
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I do not know what I would do without Oxley Home Care. From Management/Office staff to Carer's, the service is exceptional. The level of service and the interaction of Carer's with my parents is just amazing. Absolutely exceptional. At times I have needed adhoc services urgently and Oxley Office staff has organised this with ease for me. I cannot praise Oxley Home Care enough. I know they have my parents needs and wellbeing a priority. I do not hesitate in recommending Oxley Home Care .
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07:16 17 Dec 18
I have been very fortunate to find a provider like the Oxley Home Care team. From senior management to Regional care Manager, to all the lovely ladies in the office and all the care workers that have assisted in helping me take care of my mother at home, I have found them to be very professional in all aspects of there work. They have been very understanding and caring and very compassionate , always willing to do above and beyond in assisting me to take care of my mother and giving me and my family the moral support to continue to do so. I highly recommend Oxley Home Care to anyone who is in need of any type of care for themselves or for there loved ones or even for a friend. You will not be disappointed. Thank you so much Oxley Home care Team. You are amazing. Please continue the terrific work of always helping others. Thank you again. Sr. Sofia.
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Can you exercise when you have arthritis?

  • By Gilian Douglass
  • January 12, 2018
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Arthritis is one of the most common, costly and disabling chronic conditions in Australia.

Currently, there are 3.9 million Australians with arthritis and this is set to grow to 5.4 million by 2030, according to Arthritis Australia. It is a major cause of disability and early retirement due to ill-health.

The importance of exercise for those living with Osteoarthritis

According to Arthritis Australia, “exercise is good for arthritis”.

Evidence shows that avoiding excess weight gain and joint injuries can prevent most cases of Osteoarthritis. Weight loss and appropriate exercise can also reduce the symptoms and stop them getting worse once you have Osteoarthritis.

Professor Kim Bennell, Director of the Centre for Health, Exercise and Sports Medicine said: “With structured exercise, you can strengthen the muscles around the joints, improve fitness and your range of motion. The benefits you get from exercise are actually comparable to the common benefits from drugs for Osteoarthritis, with much fewer side effects.”

According to a white paper from Arthritis Australia, ‘Arthritis and Exercise – The Essentials‘

  • Tai chi had significant moderate effects on pain, physical function and stiffness.
  • Aquatic activity was found to improve aerobic activity, muscle strength and psychological status in clinical trials when compared to no exercise undertaken.
  • Trials using cycling reported increased aerobic capacity and decreased diseased activity.

Lucinda Moody, Exercise Physiologist specialising in arthritis and chronic pain said: “Physical activity and exercise are essential for anyone with Osteoarthritis. Exercise helps to increase joint stability, improve the muscles around the joints, enhance sleep patterns and is great for mental wellbeing and health. If you are overweight and suffering with Osteoarthritis, one kilogram of body weight will impact on your joints times four.”

A summary:

Exercise can:

  • Strengthen the muscles around your joints
  • Help keep your bones strong
  • Provide you with more energy
  • Increase your strength and flexibility
  • Reduce your joint pain
  • Combat fatigue
  • Assist in weight control
  • Improve your balance

What exercises should you do when living with Osteoarthritis?

It is a good idea to consult with your doctor or physical therapist who can recommend exercises for you, which can include:

  • Range-of-motion exercises
  • Strengthening exercises
  • Aerobic exercises
  • Stretching activities and other activities.

A maximum of 30 minutes exercise is suggested per session, which can be broken into a number of shorter intervals with rest periods, depending on the person’s fitness levels and cardiovascular health status. Sessions should be held two to three times per week. For healthy adults, the exercise intensity should be equivalent to a brisk walking pace.

“Two to three sessions of strength based exercises should be undertaken a week, alongside cardio vascular exercise and tai chi type stretching activities,” continued Lucinda Moody.

It is also suggested to find a buddy with a similar condition, if you’re apprehensive about your first exercise session.

Consider aquatic exercises

“When starting any new physical activity or exercise program (while having Osteoarthritis), start out with a light activity program for 10 minutes, perhaps in the water,” said Lucinda Moody.

“The research shows that exercises in the water help by reducing the load on the joints. It’s a good way to start before progressing to land-based exercise,’ said Kim Bennell.

Keep in mind

  • Beware anything high impact – a big jump or landing with heavy weights in your hands – is not advisable.
  • Ensure your exercise is appropriate for your condition, so that you don’t put too much pressure on your joints.

About Oxley Home Care

Oxley Home Care has been providing community aged care services throughout Sydney since 2006.

Our Allied Health professionals, including Exercise Physiologists, who aim to prevent, diagnose and treat a range of conditions and illnesses to provide you with the best outcome, all in the comfort of your own home.

We ensure that our Allied Health team have Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or Industry qualifications, are covered with current insurances and have undergone criminal record checks.

To find out more about our Allied Health Services or our other services, including Home Care Packages, please call us on 1300 993 591.

 

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