Anyone who has known the agony of being placed on restricted bed rest knows full well the boredom that ensues, along with the mental anguish of not being able to move for days on end.
Though long-term bed rest is often reserved for those who’ve suffered serious injuries, this is also common with elderly patients and some residents of nursing homes, which is why it’s important to look at all aspects of long-term care before moving your loved one into a care facility.
While sometimes our bodies require significant rest to recuperate from injury, sometimes this immobile state can cause significant damage to our bodies as well.
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