While the most current news is focusing on the coronavirus, there are always plenty of dangerous viruses making the rounds in your community every year. Whether influenza or the latest potent virus is what is making you feel concerned, the person who is most likely to be impacted by it is the senior citizen in…
Approximately 300,000 seniors in the United States fall and break a hip every year. Of this number, a great many experience significant loss in their quality of life. For example, some are consigned to wheelchairs, while others have a limp for the rest of their lives. However, this does not have to be the case.…
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that is incredibly common, affecting over a quarter of a million Americans today. It generally occurs in senior citizens, especially in those over the age of 65. While some smart living tips can help individuals delay the onset of this disease or decrease their daily symptoms, it is typically…
A UTI is one of the most common infections, and it tends to affect people more the older they are. This invisible infection has commonly been treated with antibiotics, but this might not always be the best option for seniors who may already be taking other medications and who may have coexisting chronic diseases. What…
Around the world, approximately 200 million individuals currently suffer from osteoporosis. Of these people, the majority are women, but plenty of men still find themselves with weak, brittle bones as they age. Osteoporosis refers to a breakdown of cells that leads to poor bone density and an increased incidence of fractures. It most often strikes…
Ask any senior citizen, and you will most likely learn that no one looks forward to going to the hospital. Not only is it expensive, but also it is difficult to be away from home. Plus, a hospital admission signals a sickness, disease, or surgery that weakens the body and may lead to future health…
You may think of physical therapy as only being appropriate for individuals who are trying to regain strength in a particular limb following an injury, such as a sprain or a broken bone. However, the benefits of physical therapy actually go far beyond that and can even help older adults who are not currently dealing…
Interval training is a type of aerobic exercise that alternates between short, high-powered bursts of energy and longer periods of moderate activity to hold the heart rate steady. It has quickly become a popular exercise style for many as increasing numbers of studies have shown that this workout can be even more effective than longer,…
For those who are overweight or obese, losing weight can mean the difference between chronic disease and a long, high-quality life. This is especially obvious for seniors who frequently deal with chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis, many of which can be tied to one’s diet and activity level. According to the…
While much of the talk about exercise these days seems to focus on cardio workouts, seniors should be careful not to leave quality strength training out of their regular workout schedules. Although strength training may not burn as many calories in as short of an amount of time as aerobic exercises do, it is a…