Understanding Your Health is a free educational video series from Monadnock Community Hospital designed to inform, support, and empower our community. Each session features trusted healthcare professionals sharing expert insights on topics that matter most to your health and well-being. Whether you're looking to learn something new or take proactive steps toward a healthier lifestyle, you're in the right place.
Empower Your Healthcare Choices: Watch the Advance Directives Seminar March 2024March 7, 2024 at Monadnock Community Hospital
Presenters:
Rev Dr F Daniel Osgood
Dr Lucas Shippee
Molly Rajaniemi
Facilitated by Michael Greenough
Have you ever wondered what happens if you're unable to make medical decisions for yourself? This is where Advance Directives come in. These are legal documents that allow you to communicate your wishes for medical care in advance, ensuring your healthcare journey aligns with your values.
Monadnock Community Hospital (MCH) recently hosted a seminar titled "Empowering Your Healthcare Choices: Advance Directives." This informative session featured a panel of experts including Reverend Doctor F. Daniel Osgood, Dr. Lucas Shippee, Molly Rajaniemi, and facilitator Michael Greenough.
Why should you watch this video?
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Advance Directives and their importance in healthcare planning.
Learn about your options for creating an Advance Directive that reflects your wishes.
Feel empowered to make informed decisions about your future medical care.
Bonus: Access additional resources, including downloadable presentations on Advance Directives and a helpful guide from the Foundation for Healthy Communities.
Even if you missed the live event, you can still benefit from this valuable information! Head over to the Monadnock Community Hospital YouTube channel and watch the entire seminar video here: Empower Your Healthcare Choices: Advance Directives Seminar.
By taking charge of your healthcare planning, you can ensure that your voice is heard, even if you can't speak for yourself. Watch the seminar today and empower yourself and your loved ones!
Don't forget to explore the additional resources offered by MCH:
Download the Advance Care Planning Guide from the Foundation for Healthy Communities (PDF): https://bit.ly/acpguide
Download the Conversation Starter Guide from The Conversation Project (PDF): https://bit.ly/convsg
Access presentations from the seminar speakers (PDFs):
Ethical Basis for Advanced Medical Directives, Rev Dr F Daniel Osgood: https://bit.ly/240307osgoodAdvance Directives, Molly Rajaniemi MBA CHC: https://bit.ly/240307rajaniemiHaving the Conversation, Karen Langley LICSW: https://bit.ly/240307langley
Let's work together to build a more informed and empowered community when it comes to healthcare!
We're excited to share the full video recording of the seminar with you! Watch it now to gain valuable insights and empower yourself to take charge of your heart health.
At Monadnock Community Hospital, we are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of our community. This seminar is just one way we strive to elevate the health of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care.
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Chronic pain can be a heavy burden, affecting not only your physical well-being but your overall quality of life. In this blog post, we'll explore evidence-based orthopedic interventions and lifestyle adjustments that can make a significant difference in managing chronic pain. The goal here is to empower you with knowledge and offer solutions that can help you lead a more pain controlled and fulfilling life.
Orthopedic Interventions:
Physical Therapy: One of the cornerstones of orthopedic care, physical therapy (PT) focuses on strengthening muscles, improving joint mobility, and reducing pain frequency and intensity. It's a collaborative approach where a skilled therapist tailors exercises to your specific needs. PT requires a clinician's prescription in my cases.
Minimally Invasive Procedures: While rarely necessary, orthopedic surgeons can perform minimally invasive surgeries, such as arthroscopy, to treat various joint conditions. These procedures often lead to quicker recovery and less pain compared to traditional “open” surgeries.
Joint Injections: Corticosteroid and other supplemental injections can provide significant relief for conditions like osteoarthritis, bursitis, tendonitis and the like. They help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain, allowing you to regain mobility and can often be used in conjunction with other treatments to speed the recovery timeline.
Orthotic Devices: Custom orthotic devices, like shoe inserts, splints, or braces, can correct alignment issues and relieve pain, particularly in conditions like plantar fasciitis, ligament instability, or knee osteoarthritis.
Lifestyle Adjustments:
Exercise and Weight Management: Regular low-impact exercises, like swimming, weight training, rowing, or cycling, can strengthen muscles and reduce the pressure on joints. Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial, as excess pounds can exacerbate pain in weight-bearing joints due to joint load, ligament stress, and muscle fatigue.
Nutrition: A well-balanced diet can have a significant impact on inflammation and pain. Incorporate anti-inflammatory foods such as fatty fish, turmeric, and fresh fruits and vegetables into your meals. For more information, consider looking up the “Anti-inflammatory Lifestyle” online or asking us directly for more information or a referral to a nutrition specialist at MCH.
Stress Management: Chronic pain can be emotionally taxing. Practices like mindfulness meditation, art, and yoga can help manage stress and improve your pain tolerance as does improving one’s sleep, quitting nicotine, and alleviating other stress inducing aspects of ones’ life.
Quality Sleep: A good night's sleep is essential for pain management. Ensure your sleep environment is comfortable, cool, dark, and free from blue light screens. We recommend you establish a consistent sleep schedule to improve your overall well-being.
Community Support: Reach out to local support groups and community organizations. Sharing your experiences and learning from others who face similar challenges can be incredibly empowering.
It's important to remember that every individual's experience with chronic pain is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Orthopedic interventions and lifestyle adjustments can complement each other, so working with your healthcare team to create a personalized plan is essential.
In closing, managing chronic pain is a journey that requires collaboration, and honesty with yourself and your healthcare providers. It's about finding what works best for you and your unique circumstances. In the supportive community of those who understand chronic pain, you can gain the knowledge and strength needed to take control of your life. Monadnock Orthopaedic Associates is here to help.
Stay strong and remember, there is hope for a brighter, less painful tomorrow.
Dr. Shawn P. Harrington
Understanding Your Health is a free educational video series from Monadnock Community Hospital designed to inform, support, and empower our community. Each session features trusted healthcare professionals sharing expert insights on topics that matter most to your health and well-being. Whether you're looking to learn something new or take proactive steps toward a healthier lifestyle, you're in the right place.
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