According to the Huffington Post, people are more concerned with “aging gracefully” than they are “saving for retirement.” This may not be the wisest focus, but it’s clear graceful aging is very important to people. So here are some of the most important things you can do to age gracefully.
Compared to a traditional walker, rollator walkers are easier to use and quicker since they can be pushed like a cart instead of being lifted. Still, there are a few important things to know before you begin using a rollator. Here are the top four mistakes you should NOT make.
Sudden falls are very upsetting. Take a moment to breathe deeply and calm yourself before doing anything. This will help you recover from the shock so you can better handle the situation.
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.
Common perceptions include that they're sickly, that they need help, that their lives are totally different from the lives of the able-bodied, that they can't have sexual relationships, and that they're brave for adapting to their disability. You can see how being viewed that way could get annoying.
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.
Every year, the Steamboat Classic draws runners and spectators from around the world to Peoria, IL. The event features four mile, fifteen kilometer, and four kilometer races. This year, Steve Shostrom, the original race director of the Steamboat Classic (who competed in the first event back in 1983), ran once again with the help of his rollator.
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.
It seems like new mobility technology is being announced every week now. We’ve written about several, from wearable robots like the ReWalk (which allows those without the use of their legs to walk again) to the Paragolfer (which allows those without the use of their legs to golf again).
Although those devices represent huge steps forward in mobility technology, they’re expensive and out of most people’s price range.
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.
