Marshall Medical Presents For Your Health - Spring 2024

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FOUNDATION FOCUS Marshall Foundation’s Dementia Education Outreach Strikes a Chord of Compassion In the heart of El Dorado County, the Marshall Foundation for Community Health is orchestrating a transformative initiative focused on enhancing dementia education and awareness. This impactful program teaches the community, caregivers, and frontline workers how to engage with people living with dementia in a compassionate and meaningful way. This is all made possible by a generous donation from Bill Faulkner, a long-time resident of El Dorado County. The foundation’s commitment to dementia education is evident through public events featuring renowned experts like Laura Wayman, known as the “Dementia Whisperer.” As an accomplished author and dementia care expert, Wayman imparts practical tips to families and caregivers, guiding them through the challenges of caring for loved ones with dementia. Her presence ensures that valuable knowledge is shared, fostering a compassionate and informed community. Bill Faulkner, inspired by his personal connection to dementia through his sister’s struggle with Lewy Body Dementia, made a significant Bill Faulkner 4 | FOR YOUR HEALTH | www.marshallmedical.org Left to right: Jesi Eckhardt, Kirk Eckhardt, David Ely, Bill Faulkner contribution to the Marshall Foundation. His generosity has allowed the foundation to host these educational events and make a lasting impact on the community’s understanding of dementia. Beyond education, Bill, a music enthusiast, brings the healing power of music to the halls of Marshall during the holidays. Alongside his Barbershop Quartet, all members of the Gold Rush Chorus, Faulkner uplifts spirits and infuses positivity into the hospital. The therapeutic effects of music are welldocumented, providing solace and joy even in challenging circumstances. Reflecting on the rewards of giving to Marshall, Faulkner shares, “Witnessing the benefits of my contributions in action is a profound experience. Knowing that I am making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia is truly rewarding.” Alarming statistics highlight the urgency of dementia awareness and support. In America, one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, surpassing the combined fatalities of breast cancer and prostate cancer. In El Dorado County, with a senior population exceeding 40,000, over 13,000 individuals are projected to succumb to dementia. The Marshall Foundation for Community Health’s Dementia Fund is pivotal in addressing this crisis. For those compelled to contribute to this noble cause, donations can be made to the Marshall Foundation for Community Health Dementia Education and Support Endowment Fund at marshallfound.org. By supporting this initiative, individuals can play a vital role in creating a more informed, compassionate, and supportive community for those affected by dementia in El Dorado County.
DID YOU KNOW Six Reasons Why Your Joints Hurt Are your joints painful or inflamed? Here’s what may be causing the discomfort. Joints are essential for all types of movement. These often-used parts of the body form connections between bones and provide support and stability so you can move. Every part of the body that you can bend, flex and rotate, from your feet and ankles to your knees, hips and shoulders, contains joints. And these joints can experience pain and inflammation for several reasons. Have painful joints? This may be why: • Osteoarthritis – This is one of the most common causes of joint pain, especially as you age. It results from wear and tear that causes the cartilage (the lining of the joints) to be worn down. The joints most commonly affected are the knees, hips and hands. • Rheumatoid arthritis – This is an autoimmune condition that causes pain and inflammation in your joints. It is very different than osteoarthritis in that it occurs when your body mistakenly attacks its own tissues. Other autoimmune conditions, such as lupus, may also cause joint pain. • Gout – This is another form of arthritis, although it mostly affects the joint in your big toe. It may also cause pain, redness and swelling in your hand, wrist or knee, but this is not as likely. • Bursitis – This occurs when sacs of fluid in your joints that help provide cushioning get inflamed, causing pain. • Tendonitis – This causes inflammation of the fibrous cords that attach muscles to bone around your joints. • Injuries – If you experience an orthopedic injury, it can result in pain in your joints. Sprains and strains are among the most common injuries. Partially or fully torn tendons and ligaments also result in joint pain. An injury to the meniscus is a common cause of knee pain. In addition to pain, you may also experience swelling, inflammation, stiffness, loss of mobility and diminished range of motion. The severity of your symptoms may vary greatly. Joint pain can be mild or it can be so painful that it greatly affects your quality of life. It may be short lived or chronic. Treatments for Joint Pain There are a number of different treatment options for joint pain. These include: • Oral medications – Over-the-counter and prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may provide pain relief and reduce inflammation. Stronger prescription drugs, including opioids, muscle relaxants and some antidepressants, may help with severe or chronic pain, but should be used under the strict supervision of a doctor and only when necessary. • Topical medications – Some people find relief from arthritis pain by using topical creams and gels that contain ingredients like capsaicin or methyl salicylate. • Injectable medications – Steroid medications can be injected into affected joints every few months. This treatment is most often used ...story continued on page 6 SPECIAL AD SECTION www.marshallmedical.org | FOR YOUR HEALTH | 5
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