Planning for Hip Surgery Recovery
If your loved one has suffered for a long time from hip pain due to an injury or a health condition, the doctor has probably discussed with her the option of hip replacement surgery. During hip replacement surgery, the surgeon will take out the damaged areas of the hip joint and replace them with an…
Read More5 Healthy Breakfasts For Seniors That Can Be Prepared In Advance
September is National Better Breakfast Month! Now is a great time to make sure that your senior mom or dad is getting a healthy breakfast every day. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially for seniors. Seniors need the energy and blood sugar boost of breakfast to give them the energy and…
Read MoreThe Impact of Mineral Imbalance in Seniors
There are some changes that are almost expected as the years pass by, such as decreased flexibility or hearing and vision issues. However, there are other changes that seniors might not realize impact them as much as they do. For instance, an imbalance of minerals could cause issues for some seniors. For healthier aging, seniors…
Read More5 Things That Will Help Seniors When The Humidity Is High
Heat isn’t the only weather-related factor that make seniors sick. High humidity can make it very difficult for seniors to breathe, especially seniors who have COPD, lung cancer, lung disease, Long Covid, or any other lung-related illness. High humidity can also be difficult for seniors who have heart disease. If your senior parent has any…
Read MoreEncouraging Seniors to Embrace Face-to-Face Contact
While there are numerous methods to stay in touch in today’s world thanks to technology, nothing compares to the feeling one gets when meeting friends and loved ones face-to-face. However, the lingering fears from the pandemic, worsening medical conditions, and emotional distress might cause seniors to steer clear of face-to-face contact and rely on technology…
Read MoreThe Impact of Loneliness on Senior Physical and Mental Health
As people live longer, there is a higher likelihood they will deal with loneliness as they see friends and even loved ones pass on. Not only that, but their own health conditions may cause them to miss out on socializing opportunities. Unfortunately, loneliness can have a significant impact on senior health and well-being. However, seniors…
Read MoreThe Benefits Of Home Health Care For Seniors With Parkinson’s
If your senior parent has Parkinson’s disease and is living at home, home health care can be invaluable to their quality of life. For seniors with Parkinson’s getting out to the doctor’s office for routine health care can be very challenging. It can also put them at risk for falling or getting hurt. Home health…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Impact of Rheumatoid Arthritis on Seniors
The main symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic inflammatory illness, are inflammation, pain, and stiffness in the joints. Although it can affect anyone at any age, seniors are especially vulnerable to its crippling effects. Those effects go beyond the physical consequences and disrupt the psychological and social aspects of senior’s lives as well. Knowing…
Read More3 Effective Speech Therapy Strategies for a Senior in Stroke Recovery
Recovering from a stroke can be a challenging journey for seniors, particularly when it involves overcoming speech and language difficulties. Speech therapy, guided by licensed therapists, plays a pivotal role in helping seniors regain their communication skills and improve their quality of life. Let’s look at three amazingly effective speech therapy strategies specifically designed for…
Read MoreHow Does Physical Therapy Help Seniors Recover After Surgery?
Recovery after surgery gets much more difficult for aging adults, especially if the surgery is a complicated one. Physical therapy is often recommended for seniors who are healing after a surgical procedure. Working with a physical therapist is one of the easiest ways for seniors to rebuild their strength, improve their mobility, and regain their…
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