A new research study is claiming that with proper personalized treatment, it might possible to reverse some of the cognitive decline that is associated with Alzheimer’s disease. This is something that researchers have been working toward for years with very little progress, and now that a study is claiming that it might be possible, it’s only natural to look at the claim with a bit of skepticism.
According to this study from Affirmativ Health, when personalized care is given to Alzheimer’s patients preventative measures can more easily be applied, resiliency can be increased, and brain functioning can be stabilized. This is not a cure, but it has been shown to help people cope with the disease more effectively for longer periods of time. In short, personalized care can help those with Alzheimer’s to live a life that is closer to normal for a longer period of time.
Although it isn’t a perfect solution, this personalized approach to Alzheimer’s treatment helped improve memory and cognitive functioning for a period of time. It’s not a cure, but it seems to be an effective treatment path.
As you might expect, the findings were encouraging. There’s still a really long way to go here, but this is one step toward finding the cure that’s been sought. The team published their findings in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease Reports. Although it was a literature review and not a clinical study, it was still a very encouraging find because it summarizes what smaller studies have been finding for years: when the individual is addressed, the results are much better. The hope is that this study will generate more interest in personalized care for those with dementia and help researchers to find more effective treatment methods for the people that we love.
And it supports an idea that we’ve believed for a really long time. When someone is in need of care, having a customized, personal approach to their care is going to be more effective than just doing what you’ve always done. Each person is different and has different needs, wants, and desires. To reflect this in care is essential if it is going to meet that individual’s specific situation.
To be sure, a cure for Alzheimer’s is highly desired. Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most prevalent forms of dementia that the senior population faces, and it is terminal. Even with treatments and therapies designed to slow down the spread of the disease, Alzheimer’s slowly progresses as the person impacted by the disease begins to forget things and loses control of their body. Ultimately, the person with the disease passes away. It is incredibly sad to watch as a family member and it requires a lot of patience, care, and tenacity to care for someone that is suffering in this way.
When a loved one has dementia, finding a strong care team to work with is important. You want your loved one to have the best, and a personalized approach tends to be more helpful than a cookie cutter view of senior care. We’re here to help. Give us a call today and one of our trained caregivers would be happy to help you and your family find the most helpful type of care for your unique situation.
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