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Brian Lord / Publisher David Bryan Blondell / Golf & Special Sections Director Jennifer Lord / Customer Relations Specialist
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Steps to Lose Weight and Keep it Off
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ELDER LAW: Nursing Home Resident Rights
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EDITOR Dear Friends, It’s been a mighty rough year, hasn’t it? In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was often difficult to find hope and practice resilience. Quarantine was frustrating and depressing; I’m sure many of you longed to see your loved ones and grandchildren in person instead of on a computer screen.
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And if we all had a dollar for every time we started to walk into the grocery store and had to go back to our cars to get our masks, we’d all be able to retire quite comfortably! But there is hope on the horizon. As more people are getting vaccinated and as coronavirus cases begin to wane, we can look forward to going outside again, shopping masklessly again and – best of all –
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So you want to lose weight, get a trim figure and increase your energy as you shed pounds? You can do it! by Jean Jeffers The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 70 percent of U.S. adults are overweight or obese. According to people who have successfully maintained weight loss, creating a plan to modify eating habits and to increase activity, especially walking, is necessary. The National Institutes of Health says to reach and stay at a healthy weight over the long term, the focus WEIGHT Continued on Page 7
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must be on overall health and lifestyle habits as well as what you eat. To lose weight and keep it off, you need to follow a program of physical activity and adjust your diet to reduce calories. When reducing your calorie count, the key is to eat healthy foods. Choose vegetables, fruits, whole grains, high-fiber foods and lean sources of protein, such as fish. Limit foods high in saturated and trans fats and foods with added sugar and sodium. See a dietitian or nutritionist for help in designing a personalized plan and to answer your questions if you need more guidance and motivation. Some individuals benefit from a weight-loss program such as Weight Watchers (now WW), a point-based program scientifically proven to help change eating behaviors. Another popular weightloss program is Nutri System, which supplies all the food, is easy to follow and produces good results. Noom is another popular, safe and effective weight-loss program. It uses psychology to help you build new eating and exercise habits. Jenny Craig is yet another program that supplies the food and advocates use of a counselor for support. The South Beach Diet includes different fourweek plans on a keto diet. When selecting a diet program, the idea is to switch your meals to incorporate more healthy foods and portion your meals to limit you to a lower calorie count. Most effective weight-loss programs incorporate suggestions to modify lifestyle as well.
Some steps to lose weight include: SET REALISTIC GOALS. Determine what is right for you. Decide what in your daily life needs changing.
UNDERSTAND HOW MUCH AND WHY YOU EAT. Write down everything you eat in a food journal. This will help you gain insight as to why you eat.
MANAGE PORTION SIZE. Adjust how much you eat and how many calories you consume by setting portions sizes.
MAKE SMART CHOICES. Learn how you can eat healthfully and have some of your favorite foods too.
BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE. Get your heart rate up. Aim to do at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week. Move more with more intensity and sit less.
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ELDER LAW
There are many avenues to resolve issues in nursing homes, but some situations call for legal assistance.
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Nursing Home Resident Rights by Bluegrass ElderLaw, PLLC
Every nursing home resident has certain rights. The Kentucky Office of the State Ombudsman helps residents maintain their rights. Locally, the Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass serves over 5,500 long-term care residents in 17 Central Kentucky counties. The ombudsman’s mission is to improve the quality of care for residents of long-term care facilities with the goals of protecting resident rights, investigating and resolving residents’ concerns, empowering residents to make informed choices and working to enact laws protecting older and disabled Kentuckians. They are also committed to visiting residents as often as possible. Nursing home residents’ rights are part of the Nursing Home Reform Law enacted in 1987 by Congress. They are incorporated into the Kentucky Regulatory Statutes. Nursing homes must meet federal Residents’ Rights requirements to participate in Medicare or Medicaid. The general rights include:
1. the right to be fully informed; 2. the right to participate in his/her own care; 3. the right to make independent choices; 4. the right to privacy and confidentiality;
5. the right to dignity, respect and freedom; 6. the right to visits; 7. the right to security of possessions; 8. the right to complain; and 9. specific residents’ rights during transfers and discharges. Special rights are in place to make sure a resident remains safely in the facility and is not transferred or discharged. As long as the resident has lived in the facility for at least 30 days, 30 days’ notice must be given for an impending transfer or discharge, or as soon as practicable if safety or medical reason requires immediate transfer. These transfers or discharges can be appealed through a hearing. A resident can be transferred or discharged if:
1. it is necessary for his or her welfare; 2. the resident’s health has improved and nursing home care is no longer needed; 3. the resident is endangering the safety or health of other individuals; 4. the resident has not paid their bill; or 5. the facility closes.
There are many avenues to resolve issues in nursing homes, but some situations call for legal assistance. An elder law attorney can advise the resident and their family of their rights. The attorney may help the family communicate with the facility, strategize for a desired outcome and determine if the resident has a viable case. An attorney is frequently retained to contest a discharge and represent the patient during the appeal hearing. Something important for residents and their loved ones to remember is to keep good records of all concerns, conversations, staff names, dates, times and as many other details as possible. These records will help the ombudsman as well as an attorney evaluate the situation and determine how to move forward.
More detailed information and additional resources can be found on the ombudsman’s website at www.ombuddy.org.
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Keep Up With Your Vaccines Don’t throw away your shot!
by Living Well 60 Plus Staff As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to ease, seniors need to get back on track with their vaccines so they can continue Living Well 60 Plus. Vaccines save lives and can prevent serious illness and death. They are especially beneficial for seniors because as you get older, your immune system stops working as efficiently as it did when you were young. This process is called immune senescence. In addition to a weakened immune system, older adults are more likely to have chronic illnesses such as heart, lung or liver disease. Having one or more chronic illnesses is called multimorbidity and makes you susceptible to a variety of maladies. SHOT Continued on Page 12
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Here are some other vaccines seniors should consider getting: Tetanus/whooping cough.
This vaccine is currently given as a combination vaccination with diphtheria, which can cause a serious nose and throat infection, and whooping cough. Every adult should get a tetanus vaccine every 10 years. You may also receive the tetanus vaccine right after you have an injury or wound that puts you at increased risk of developing tetanus. Hepatitis B.
Most people are vaccinated against the hepatitis B virus as children. This virus causes liver inflammation and is passed from person to person through body fluids, most commonly blood. SHOT Continued on Page 14
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About the Directory Living Well 60+ is striving to make your search for local senior services a bit easier. We know there are many companies available to assist seniors in central Kentucky – so many that beginning a search to fit your need can seem like a daunting task. That’s why our directory features a collection of local companies and organizations who have a solid track record of providing exceptional assistance. We hope it becomes a useful starting point in your search for quality senior services.
Medical Equipment, Supplies & Monitoring Systems Finances & Estate Planning, Trusts/Wills, Reverse Mortgage Funeral Arrangement & Pre-Planning Legal Services Home Repair & Maintenance
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HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS & HOSPITALS Lexington Clinic
1221 S. Broadway Lexington, KY 40504 859-258-4000
IN HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL) Accessible Home Care
3150 Custer Drive, Suite 303 Lexington, KY 40517 859-313-5167 www.accessiblebluegrass.com
Alliance Medical & Home Care 3716 Willow Ridge Road Lexington, KY 40514 859-296-9525 www.alliancelexington.com
Assisting Hands
1795 Alysheba Way, Ste. 7105 Lexington, KY 40509 859-264-0646 www.assistinghands.com/lexington
Senior Helpers of the Bluegrass 3070 Harrodsburg Rd. Ste. 240 Lexington, KY 40503 859-296-2525 www.seniorhelpers.com/lexington
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IN HOME MEDICAL CARE Medi-Calls
1055 Wellington Way #215 Lexington, KY 40513 859-422-4369
Saint Joseph Home Health
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YMCA of Central Kentucky 239 E. High St. Lexington, KY 40502 859-254-9622 ymcaofcentralky.org
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Winchester Center 160 Pedro Way 859-745-2152 www.drayerpt.com
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Richmond Center 1054 Center Drive, Ste. 1 859-625-0600 www.drayerpt.com
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FINANCES & ESTATE PLANNING, TRUSTS/WILLS, REVERSE MORTGAGE Attorney Walter C. Cox, Jr & Assoc. LLC 2333 Alexandria Dr. 859-514-6033 www.waltercoxlaw.com info@waltercoxlaw.com
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Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, Shelbyville 859-229-5914 www.hometownmanor.com
St Andrews Retirement Community 300 Stocker Dr. 859-625-1400 www.standrewsplace.org
Hometown Manor Assisted Living Communities 2141 Executive Drive, Lexington (859) 317-8439 www.hometownmanor.com
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Morning Pointe Senior Living Residences
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Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community 701 Liberty Ridge Lane 859-543-9449 www.libertyridge.com
Senior Helpers of the Bluegrass
3070 Harrodsburg Rd., Ste. 240 Lexington, KY 40503 859-296-2525 seniorhelpers.com/lexington
MOVING, ESTATE LIQUIDATIONS, DOWNSIZING SERVICES 1411 Delaware Ave. 859-543-9848 www.CTLex.net
Lexington Life Services 859-797-8157 lexingtonlifeservices.com
Hall’s Moving Service, Inc. SENIORS SAVE 5% 258 E. 2nd Street, Lexington 859-231-0428
FITNESS, HEALTHY EATING & HEALTHY LIVING 322 West Second St. Lexington, KY 40507 859-254-9529 www.yogahealthcenter.org
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TRANSPORTATION, PERSONAL SHOPPING, ERRANDS
Superior Van & Mobility 4734 Rockford Plaza Louisville, KY 40216 1-800-458-8267 www.superiorvan.com
Let Us Do That, LLC 859-219-9207 www.LetUsDoThat.com info@LetUsDoThat.com
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Knee Replacement Trends Outpatient Delivery, Increased Technology
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by Angela S. Hoover, Staff Writer Hip and knee replacement is an $18 billion market and a major growth industry. Nearly 1 million total knee replacements (TKR) are performed in the United States each year and they’re expected to increase by 2030, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The rapid growth is due to the expanding elderly population. More TKRs are being done on an outpatient basis. This uptick in outpatient TKRs is driven by Medicare. In 2019, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services took TKR off the inpatientonly list, meaning it could now be done as an outpatient procedure. In January 2020, they took total hip replacements off the list.
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Recent advances in pre-, peri- and postoperative management have allowed outpatient joint replacements to be a safe and comparatively economical option for generally healthy patients. Perioperative management includes accelerated care pathways of standardized treatment that allows and encourages patients to walk within an hour or two after surgery. It includes same-day discharge, regional anesthesia with motor-sparing nerve blocks and multimodal pain management. Once-standard blood transfusions have been replaced with tranexamic acid to reduce operative blood loss. Blood transfusion was a strong risk factor for developing cardiac complications, infection and venous thromboembolism after TKA. Physicians see opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction and bring
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uniformity in patient selection with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Companies in the TKR industry need to remember ambulatory surgical centers, where many Physicians of these operations agree are performed, are smaller than technology in-patient hospital has unlocked settings. This means they should develop a lot of prior products that are constraints. portable, smaller and cost effective. Physicians agree technology has unlocked a lot of prior constraints. Surgeons tend to perform the same procedure on all of their patients. AI can help them develop a KNEE Continued on Page 22
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surgical plan that analyzes each case based on dynamic motion of the knee and other variables. Surgical robotics can also help. Physicians are now able to better monitor their patients remotely without having to wait six weeks or longer for a post-op check-up. As for the hardware, 3D printing has cost and design benefits. It enables surgeons to develop designs they couldn’t do with traditional manufacturing. A couple of recent paired meta-analyses found there was 82 percent implant survivorship 25 years after TKR. The long-term survivorship data are based on older implants. Preliminary data suggest contemporary implants may last significantly longer. Outcomes are more successful when rheumatologists and primary care physicians assist orthopedic surgeons in preoperatively addressing known and modifiable risk factors, such as obesity, smoking, depression and being on opioids. These risk factors are incompatible with outpatient knee or hip replacement. Patients should get an X-ray of the replacement every five years.
Nearly 1 million total knee replacements (TKR) are performed in the United States each year.
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TIPS FOR HELPING YOUR DOG
LOSE WEIGHT A s a dog owner, it is your responsibility to provide a healthy and nutritious diet for your dog. It is also your job to keep your dog happy but unfortunately, many dog owners do so by overindulging their dogs with treats and high-calorie snacks. Overweight and obesity are just as dangerous for dogs as for humans, but what are those dangers? Before you make any changes to your dog’s diet, consult your veterinarian. Your vet will be able to confirm whether your dog needs to lose weight and, if so, how much. It is extremely important that you do not just cut your dog’s daily food intake too severely because this could lead to other health issues. Several sources advise you to make small changes over time to reduce your dog’s fat and lower his calorie intake so he loses weight at a healthy pace.
Here are some simple tips for helping your dog lose weight: • Start by determining how much weight your dog needs to lose and how quickly he needs to lose it. Aim for about 3 percent to 5 percent of your dog’s body weight per month, or about 1 percent per week. • Check your dog’s weight frequently and make adjustments – as his body weight decreases, you’ll need to adjust his feeding so he isn’t losing weight too quickly. • If you’re not sure how to adjust your dog’s food intake, try feeding him the amount recommended for his ideal bodyweight rather than his current weight (as long as it isn’t drastically lower). • Start feeding your dog smaller, structured meals throughout the day instead of free-
feeding or feeding two large meals. • Switch your dog from commercial treats to carrots or slices of sweet potato – they are low calorie but more filling. • Encourage your dog to be more active by taking him for several quick walks throughout the day and by engaging him in active play time. • Try switching to a weight-control formula that is lower in calories and fat but will still be roughly the same amount of food your dog is eating. A few things you can look for in dog food for weight loss: Your dog’s basic nutritional needs won’t change with his body weight. They will need more protein and fat as a puppy than as an adult, but throughout your dog’s life, their minimum requirements remain largely the same. This means you’ll need to be extra careful when shopping for weight-loss dog food to make sure you’re reducing your dog’s total calorie intake without negatively affecting his nutrition. Here are some things to look for in a dog food for weight control:
Before you make any changes to your dog’s diet, consult your veterinarian.
“ONE-STOP SHOPPING” • Above-average protein. Protein is the most important nutrient for any dog, regardless of size, but extra protein will help him build and maintain lean muscle mass, so look for a higherprotein recipe that contains about 30 percent protein or more. • Low-to-moderate fat content. Your dog needs a minimum of 8 percent fat in his diet, but the average dry dog food contains about 16 percent fat and the average canned food has 23 percent. Aim for something between 10 percent and 15 percent to help your dog lose weight. • Below average calorie content. The average calorie content for dog food is about 400 calories per cup, so look for something with below-average calorie content. • Wholesome, natural ingredients. Whole-food ingredients are the most digestible for your dog, so look for real animal proteins rather than byproducts, whole grains or grain-free carbohydrates, fresh fruits and vegetables and real animalbased fats. Take time to learn and get a better understanding of your dog’s minimum nutritional needs and how to meet them while also helping him lose weight. If you’re still not sure where to start, check online for top dog foods for weight loss.
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CAREGIVERS CORNER
Have a Plan for Medical Emergencies Being prepared can help reduce stress by Lisa M. Petsche
Chances are good that the relative you care for will require urgent medical attention at some point, especially if they have any chronic health conditions. Trips to the emergency department are stressful at best, and can also be frightening in some cases. Fortunately, there are numerous ways you can prepare for a medical crisis. Then, should one arise, you’ll be ready to assist your relative and the hospital staff and manage your own stress in the process. At Home – Advance Planning
• Maintain a log of your relative’s medical diagnoses, past and present medications, specialists consulted, hospitalizations and surgeries. • Bring the following paperwork to the hospital: a list of current medications –including prescription and over-thecounter drugs, vitamins and natural remedies – and their dosages; health insurance information; and a copy of your relative’s advance directives or living will and durable power of attorney. • Prepare a list of relatives and friends who should be notified in an emergency. Include as many phone numbers as possible – home, work, cell, vacation home – to maximize the chances you can reach these people in a hurry. Regularly review the information to ensure it’s up to date. • Keep the above information organized in a file folder or binder. Store it in an easily accessible place and bring it to any hospital visits. • Get a cell phone if you don’t have one and become comfortable with its basic features. • Prepare an emergency kit of essential items to bring to the hospital. You may wish to include a notebook and pen for
jotting down questions to ask and recording information provided to you and your relative; a change purse with coins and small bills for parking, pay phones and vending machines; a spare cell phone charger and a phone card with extra minutes, if applicable; reading material and a spare pair of reading glasses; and non-perishable snacks. Attach a note reminding you to bring your relative’s medical file and medications – the latter in case they’re needed in a timely fashion (as with Parkinson’s medication, for example) and are not readily available from the hospital dispensary. • Keep cordless home phones and cell phones charged so they’re ready to use in a crisis. At the Hospital
• Let staff know if your relative has hearing or vision impairment, language impairment from a stroke or dementia or a limited command of English. Share helpful communication tips. • Be prepared to share your relative’s health symptoms and medical history multiple times with a variety of healthcare professionals. Exercise patience when doing so. If your relative can speak on their own behalf, allow them to do so and simply fill in any gaps. • Give your full attention when medical professionals are speaking. Don’t interrupt them unless you need to correct or add crucial information. They will ask questions as they feel the need. Ensure before they leave that you are clear about any findings and next steps. • Keep the volume of your voice low during conversations, both for privacy reasons and because others may be trying to rest. Keep in mind, too, that even if your relative is relatively stable or becomes stabilized, surrounding patients may be in serious condition.
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Keep others informed by identifying a key contact person.
Coping Tips
The following are some suggestions to help you through this unsettling time. • Initially take things an hour at a time so you don’t get overwhelmed. • Call or ask the staff to call a supportive person in your social network, especially if you don’t cope well with crises. If no one is available, ask for a visit from the social worker or chaplain, depending on the circumstances and your needs. • Make it easy to keep others informed by identifying a key contact person who can fan out updates they receive from you. • Encourage your relative (if able) and close family members to share in decision making. Don’t shoulder all of the responsibility. • Look after yourself. Step away from your relative’s bedside periodically to stretch your legs. Get nourishment at regular intervals. If doctors expect your relative’s stay will be prolonged, arrange for family members or friends to take your place and give you time to go home and rest and freshen up. • If you learn your relative is being discharged home and you don’t feel prepared, ask to speak with a social worker. He or she can discuss options and share information about community supports.
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CALEND EVENTS MAY-JUNE 2021
COVID-19 NOTICE:
In an effort to contain the COVID-19 outbreak, many events have been canceled or delayed. Check online with event hosts for the most up-to-date information.
Sundays
Yoga Health & Therapy Center Classes Our Yoga Classes feature slow stretch with gentle breathing, and relaxation techniques. Class size is small, to provide careful instruction. Yoga
classes are offered Mon through
Thurs (daytime and evening), and
Sat mornings. Our Meditation Starter
Course teaches simple ways to focus and quiet the mind; 5-week sessions are offered on Sundays at 5:30 pm. A non-profit organization operating
since 1981, The Yoga Health & Therapy
Mon, Wed, Fri
Free Activities for Seniors at the Charles Young Center Senior Programs Open MWF
from 9-1pm, free activities for seniors including, Bodies in Balance (Fall prevention/fitness classes), Line
Dancing, Indoor Pickleball, Technology 101 and other social, educational and recreational activities.
Contact Katherine at 859-246-
0281 or kdailey@lexingtonky.gov
4th Monday
at noon. Evening meetings held on 1st Wednesday of each month at
6:00 pm. Both group meetings held at Crestwood Christian Church,
1882 Bellefonte Drive, Lexington,
KY. For more details contact Elaine at 859-277-1040 or by email info@
parkinsonslexington.com. Please visit www.parkinsonslexington.com for
details and other free events held by LAPSG.
Tuesdays
Community Yoga Class with Lauren Higdon
Free private parking is provided for
Lexington Area Parkinson’s Support Group
fees and scheduled dates and times,
groups for people with PD and their
restorative class integrates gentle
info@yogahealthcenter.org
held the 4th Monday of each month
and wellness tips for all ages and
Center is located at 322 W. 2nd St.
Every Tuesday 10:30am–11:30am at
Centered Studio, 309 N. Ashland Ave.
most classes. For more information on
Free daytime and evening discussion
Suite 180 in Lexington. This weekly
call us at 859-254-9529, or email us at
care partners. Daytime meetings
yoga, breathing techniques, meditation
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Saturdays
Lexington Farmer’s Market Every Saturday (April – October, 8am-2pm)
DAR
downtown Lexington, Tandy Centennial Park
(formerly Cheapside Park) & Pavilion. Browse
herbs and spices, honey, beeswax, candles, body
care products, organic products, eggs, meats and fresh, seasonal produce.
Please visit lexingtonfarmersmarket.com.
levels of physical condition. Classes may include chair yoga, restorative, yin yoga, tai chi, and more. Perfect
for beginners as well as experienced yogis! Donations-based class.
1st Tuesday
Lupus Support Group
Living & Coping with Lupus: meets
1st Tuesday of every month at Imani Baptist Church, 1555 Georgetown Road, Lexington from 7:00pm–
8:30pm.The Lupus Foundation of
America support groups are intended to provide a warm and caring
environment where people with lupus, their family members, caregivers and loved ones can share experiences,
methods of coping and insights into living with chronic illness. www. lupusmidsouth.org.
Weekly
Mon & Wed
Triple Crown Chiropractic and
Class by Shayne Wigglesworth.
Free Class: ‘How to Stay Young’
Wellness offers a free class twice a week explaining how to keep your body young through chiropractic
care. Free spinal screening available for anyone who attends the class. To register for the class, please
call 859-335-0419. Questions to
pr.triplecrownchiro@gmail.com. Triple Crown Chiropractic and Wellness:
1795 Alysheba Way #4103 Lexington, KY. Free gift from the office to those who attend the class!
MELT Method Hand, Foot and Body Healing
Mondays and Wednesdays at
12pm - Discover pain-free living at any age! Enjoy a gentle foam roller
class to reduce pain, inflammation, stress, anxiety and more! MELT
Method certified instructor Shayne
Wigglesworth will teach you healing
techniques you can use for self care at home. All materials and rollers
are provided. Perfect for all ages,
body types and experience levels.
Learn more – call or go online: www. centeredlex.com 859-721-1841.
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