For millions of people, the painful effects of arthritis are a daily aggravation. The World Health Organization notes that osteoarthritis, a type arthritis that is particularly prevalent among seniors, is one of the more disabling diseases in developed countries. Conservative figures from the WHO estimate that almost ten percent of men, and …
Joint Replacement Surgery: Things You Should Know
Joint replacement surgery Surgery can be scary, but joint replacement surgery is routine. Hip and knee surgeries are often done because of osteoarthritis, when bone painfully rubs on bone. Your surgeon will replace some of the bone with metal, ceramic, and/or plastic so that bone will not rub on bone.1 Your involvement The more you involve …
Transition of Care From Hospital to Home – Infographic
The transition of care from hospital to home is vitally important to you or your loved one's health and wellbeing. In the medical world, such a transition is called a transitional care strategy. According to an article by Stephanie Rennke, MD and Sumant R. Ranji, MD, entitled, "Transitional Care Strategies From Hospital to Home, A Review for the …
Best Exercise for Seniors Over 65
The best exercise for seniors over 65 are ones that are low-impact, but they can be very rewarding. Getting regular exercise is an important part of staying healthy, and as you get older it may become more challenging to be as active as you were a couple of decades ago. Fortunately, there are a variety of exercise options for people of any …
Healthy Aging: What Happens If You Don’t Get The Right Nutrients? Â
While good nutrition is important at every age, it is especially important for healthy aging. Older adults have special nutritional needs, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and many people do not get the nutrients they need to stay active and healthy. In a perfect world, you would get all the nutrients you need through the …
5 Ways A Clean House Improves Your Thinking
We all love to live in a clean house. Even you are not a cleaning fanatic, there is a peace and satisfaction that comes with being in a clean environment. Researchers have found a connection between a clean house and our mental well-being. According to a November 2009 Study Bulletin on Personality and Social Psychology, women with high levels of …