Bringing exercise into a community-based setting for older adults is safe, expanding the concept from exercise in a clinical setting. A lack of exercise in old age can lead to lower independence and quality of life and increased risk for falls and chronic disease. The most recent discovery built on the Lifestyle Interventions and Independence… Continue reading Exercising in The Real World
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Problems with Senses May Predict Older Adults’ Ability to Function
Researchers who examined the five senses among older adults found that the more sensory ability they lost, the worse they performed on a mobility test and on some daily tasks. Experts known that when the senses–hearing, vision, smell, touch, and taste—begin to weaken or are lost, people face serious health issues and encounter challenges dealing… Continue reading Problems with Senses May Predict Older Adults’ Ability to Function
Good Bone Health Essential for Independence
Good nutrition can make a difference in your bone health and affect your ability to live an independent life, according to a new scientific review. The conclusion is true no matter what age you are. The review was published in the journal Osteoporosis International by leading bone and nutrition experts, in anticipation of World Osteoporosis… Continue reading Good Bone Health Essential for Independence
Funding A Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle
For most people seeking freedom and mobility, financial struggles can make things harder when trying to fund an adaptive vehicle. The nonprofit National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) can help find a number of opportunities for those in need of economic assistance. OEM Rebate Programs Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can sometimes offer rebate assistance to… Continue reading Funding A Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle
Better Balance Means a Better Life
Editor’s note: Falling is an especially serious problem for older people; it can lead not only to injury but also to a loss of mobility and the ability to live independently. Here, the experts from the National Institute on Aging share ways to improve balance and less the likelihood of falls. As always, talk with… Continue reading Better Balance Means a Better Life
How to Have A Good Recovery after Hip Surgery
According to the latest statistics, more than 2.5 million people in the United States have had hip replacements. A successful hip replacement can make life easier by maximizing mobility and maintaining independent living. It’s crucial that you know how to make a good recovery so you can maximize the effects of the procedure. Here, experts… Continue reading How to Have A Good Recovery after Hip Surgery