Living with Osteoarthritis – Better Care At Home

Osteoarthritis Care for Arthritis Relief

What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of arthritis, also known as ‘wear and tear’ arthritis. It is mainly felt in the hands, knees and hips.

When someone experiences osteoarthritis, the cartilage within their joints begins to break down causing the bones to change.

People with osteoarthritis or another type of arthritis may experience a decreased range of mobility, stiffness, swelling, pain and aching. For some people, the symptoms may be mild and not constant, whilst others can experience pain every day.

We understand how frustrating and emotionally taxing it can be to live with osteoarthritis or another type of arthritis, but our homecare for people living with arthritis helps many people to reclaim their independence.

Better Care at Home Carers can help manage symptoms, pain and help with daily tasks. Speak to your local office team to discuss specialist arthritis-focused care and the ways we can help.

Can you live a normal life with osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is a common condition and although there is no cure for this, it does not necessarily progress over time. With the right care and support, you can keep your symptoms under control, ease pain and have a good quality of life.

A “normal life” looks different for everyone; that’s why our team of experienced osteoarthritis CareGivers will define a care plan that suits you and your needs.

How can our osteoarthritis care services help?

Living with osteoarthritis can lead to frustration and weariness when a person can no longer perform simple, daily tasks with ease. We ensure that our Clients are comfortable and their dignity is respected at all times.

In most cases, people with osteoarthritis can lead full, active lives by properly managing the condition. Maintaining good personal care routines can also prevent secondary health problems, pain and discomfort.

Our CareGivers are highly trained in delivering osteoarthritis care or other types of arthritis-related care to those who need physical assistance.

Better Care at Home can help alleviate some of the pressures of osteoarthritis care and management, by offering help with the following:

Meal preparation
Light housekeeping
Shopping
Laundry
Assistance with recreational activities
Showering, bathing or bed bathing
Dressing and undressing
Hair care, shaving and grooming
Footcare
Toileting assistance

Contact your local Better Care at Home office to find out how we can offer you homecare for people with osteoarthritis or other types of arthritis.

At Better Care at Home we recognise the importance of having a regular CareGiver who knows your needs and capabilities. Here’s just one of the many great reviews for our arthritis care services: