Although wheelchair users are mostly disabled and elderly people with inconvenient legs, their legs are not flexible. However, wheelchair users still need to take the time to do some leg exercises, especially those who need to sit in a wheelchair for a long time, need to spend more time exercising their legs. This prevents muscle atrophy in the legs because the legs are inactive for long periods of time.
Patients should pay attention to the degree of movement of the legs, too much or too little is not good. Hyperactivity can deprive their affected limb of adequate rest and, in severe cases, may exacerbate the condition of the affected limb. When doing activities, move slowly. Many older adults have weaker bones that cannot withstand strenuous exercise. Be careful when helping older adults with bent-leg activities.
When helping the elderly to move around in winter, be careful not to let the legs and joints get cold. A little carelessness can lead to arthritis. The first thing to do to help older adults with leg mobility is overall mobility. After all, sitting in a wheelchair for long periods of time can numb your entire leg. Older adults should move their thighs, calves, and ankles slowly. Slowly rub the muscles in these areas to promote blood circulation in these areas, and do a simple bend on the thighs and calves.
Long-term use of a wheelchair can easily reduce the flexibility of the leg joints. Helping the elderly to lift these pauses in time is very helpful for the recovery of the body.