I spent the weekend visiting my parents. My Dad has dementia and is currently in a hospital ward. His mental state oscillates, but when he is well he is still funny, loving, caring and sharp. It is just the dislocation from reality that is difficult to witness.
Anyway, I was struck again by how basic and essential it is to be able to stand up from a chair. There is balance involved, but so much more is the need for basic strength in the hip extensors, back and thighs. Occupational therapy is fine, but it would be fantastic if we could get them on a leg press a couple of times a week.
I have got my Mum to start giving him coconut oil each day now, especially after listening to this podcast. Podcast #13: How To Upgrade Your Brain with Coconut Oil & Ketones
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