Do you have loved ones suffering from chronic pain? Mayo Clinic links chronic pain to sleep disturbance, low mood, social isolation, functional limitations, and reduced mobility. If you want to offer compassionate care to your loved ones and help them ease the pain, here are some things you can do.

• Get moving
  Exercise may be the last thing you want to suggest to someone with chronic pain, but it works! It strengthens muscles and joints and reduces inflammation, the main culprit of chronic pain. Some low-impact exercises they can try are walking, yoga, swimming, etc. A hospice nurse can also assist them when exercising!
• Watch what you eat
  Chronic pain may be due to inflammatory foods like soda, fried food, processed meats, and refined carbohydrates. Avoid these foods and eat fruits, nuts, leafy greens, fatty fish, tomatoes, and olive oil instead! If you want to take herbs and vitamins, consider asking your doctor which supplements to take for the best results.
• Consider other options
  Are you looking for other options to deal with chronic pain? You can rely on hospice services in California. With the help of hospice caregivers, your loved ones’ care and comfort are top priorities! Hospice care is your partner in giving comprehensive and compassionate care to your beloved family member.

Fresno Hospice offers hospice care in Fresno, California. Hospice involves comprehensive care to ensure the comfort and support of patients and their families when there is a life-limiting illness. We are here to offer day and night on-call availability to meet the needs of both patients and families and manage all physical symptoms, such as pain, nausea, anxiety, fatigue, shortness of breath, and more. Contact us today for more information.