If the pain and stiffness of arthritis is affecting your mobility and prohibiting your independence, it’s time to fight back. Your doctor will know the best way to combat your specific form of arthritis, but there are several simple home remedies which may help as well.
The disabled community is America’s largest minority group, and the only one that any of us can join at any time. For those who do, the transition is usually tough. But remember, many people have faced such issues and thrived in spite of them.
So you're looking for a cane - one that's stylish and provides a little extra support while you walk. But if this is your first cane purchase, you may not be sure exactly what you need. We're here to help.
Many people fear aging, and if you look at the way seniors are portrayed in the media (grumpy, obnoxious, confused) it’s no surprise why. But there’s a reason old age is called the golden years—it can be the best time of your life.
Here are 5 common myths about aging, and why you don’t need to fear them.
As you age, regular exercise and daily walks become much more important to your health. But they also pose an increased risk. Here are some safety tips so you can go on your daily walk with peace of mind.
Though you may not have heard of it, wheelchair dancing is a popular dancesport now practiced in over 40 countries with frequent international competitions.
The sport was pioneered in 1968 by Els-Britt Larsson, a Swedish wheelchair user. She intended wheelchair dancing to be simply a rehabilitative and recreational activity, but it soon became a competitive dancesport throughout Sweden.
Your bones, joints, and muscles provide the basic framework for your body. But this frame may start to change as you age. Joints slowly lose fluid, causing the cartilage to rub together and erode. This leads to stiffer joints. Meanwhile, muscle tissue may begin to atrophy and lose some of its former strength—especially when not used regularly.
While searching for a mobility aid topic to write about this week, I came across a very simple almost mundane story. But it’s a fun and real story, and one I wanted to share.
Gardening provides a fun, low-impact workout for seniors. It helps them maintain flexibility, strength, and endurance. Plus, it relieves stress and can produce delicious, healthy homegrown foods.
It may not be the most beloved tradition of the year, but spring cleaning is here. The origins of the practice are uncertain. Some think it dates back to the Jewish tradition of thoroughly cleansing the home before Passover. Others believe it started because in 19th century America (before we had vacuum cleaners), spring was a practical time to dust the house; it was warm enough to open the windows but not so warm that bugs were a huge problem.
Bad news, everyone. In your late 30s you begin to shrink. Or maybe you’re super tall and you think that’s good news. If so, congrats!
Why do we shrink? The discs between our vertebrae lose fluid causing our spine to shorten, the arches of our feet flatten, and as we age we lose muscle mass causing poor posture. That’s one reason the elderly are often shorter. It’s also a reason petite rollators are so popular.
