People in need of care benefit from natural remedies

Naturopathic treatments can be well integrated into the daily routine and can have a positive effect on the health of patients and caregivers. This is shown by a recent study conducted by the Center for Quality in Nursing (ZQP) in cooperation with the Charité and the Kneipp-Bund e. V. performed.

The aim of the study was to gain insights into the effectiveness of naturopathic care concepts based on a comparison of certified Kneipp care facilities with nursing homes that do not offer Kneipp treatments.

The individual results make it clear that the integration of naturopathic measures can be a useful supplement to the care of elderly and dependent people: According to the study, fewer on-demand medicines were used in Kneipp retirement homes than in other nursing homes.

There is also evidence that the challenging behavior of people with dementia can be reduced by the application of naturopathic measures.

For caregivers, the ZQP has developed a guide to the use of natural remedies in nursing. It contains important tips and easy-to-use practical tips on how natural remedies can be used in everyday care. You can download the flyer for the family caregiver here. (Pm)

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