An Intruder in the Mind
Alzheimer’s disease is like an unwelcome guest sneaking into the brain, quietly eroding memory, thinking skills, and the ability to handle everyday life. It stands as the primary cause of dementia, gradually altering how people remember, reason, and function.
Stages of Alzheimer’s
Early Onset: The Forgetfulness Prelude
At the initial stage, signs may not be glaringly obvious, but there’s a subtle forgetfulness creeping in. Recent memories fade faster, names slip away, and finding the right words becomes a bit like hunting for lost keys. Planning and organizing? They suddenly seem like complex puzzles.
Midway: The Memory Maze Deepens
As Alzheimer’s progresses, memory loss intensifies. Dates, days, and locations start blending into a confusing haze. Recognizing familiar faces turns into a struggle, and retelling stories becomes a familiar loop. Daily tasks? They demand more guidance and support.
Severe Phase: Memory Meltdown
In the advanced stage, it’s like a memory apocalypse. Surroundings blur out, and recognizing loved ones becomes a rarity. Basic activities, from eating to moving, need constant aid. Communication? It dwindles, and infections become a significant concern.
The Riddle of Cause
Why does Alzheimer’s strike? For early-onset cases, it’s sometimes tied to a genetic glitch. But for the later onset, it’s like a complex jigsaw puzzle, involving a mix of genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors. Having a family history or specific conditions, like Down syndrome, can also heighten the odds.
Alzheimer’s is pretty widespread—it touches the lives of about 24 million people worldwide. Just to give you an idea, among folks older than 65, one out of every ten deals with it, and for those above the age of 85, it’s nearly one in three.
Cure And Treatments
ASANAS – Asanas play a major role performing asanas can give fruitful results here is a list of asanas best suitable for Alzheimer’s disease.
- Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend):
- Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose):
- Vrikshasana (Tree Pose):
- Sirshasana (Headstand):
- Siddhasana (Adept’s Pose):
PRAYANAMA – Prayanama is the best therapy. It increases the flow of oxygen in the body and most cases, Alzheimer’s occurs due to blockages in the nerves pranayama works well for it some of the pranayama techniques are :
- Anulom-vilom
- Nadishuddhi
- Suryabhedi
LAUGHING THERAPY – This technique increases the blood flow in the bloodstream better not to stay alone and keep laughing with full energy.
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