The staggering burden of caring for the bed-bound

Rising costs: A stroke patient receiving electrical stimulation to his muscles, supervised by a physiotherapist. Healthcare does not come cheap and the cost is expected to rise in the near future. — Filepic

A medical professional examines what it takes to care for a bed-bound person.

IT IS often a big source of stress when a loved one is left with a permanent disability which renders them unable to perform daily activities independently. Causes of disabilities may include stroke, an accident which results in injury to the brain or spine, genetic diseases, and advanced cancer.