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My cousin did it for a couple of months, but a fall put her in wheelchair. That caused it to stop, but she would still wheel around with anxiety. It didn't last long though. I think her Cymbalta addressed it nicely and she's no longer anxious. If the pacing is really bad, I might discuss a medication with his doctor. I've heard of people who pace so much they wear out shoes.
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mitzjoe, many people with dementia pace. No one knows why they do it, but it can become obsessive and hard to handle. Is the person you are caring for doing this?
If you have any loose rugs or other obstacles in the floor, you might pick them up, just to be on the safe side. It's a good reason to declutter! (Something I myself need to do - again)
The pacing will probably go on for a short while and then end on its own. Just make sure your loved one is safe while he paces.