Chronic pain affects people of all ages, but it can be a particularly difficult problem for seniors whose bodies have incurred many years of damage from worn cartilage and torn ligaments. Although there are both prescription and over-the-counter medications available for chronic pain, some seniors may prefer to supplement those…
Annual health checkups are an important part of staying healthy because they allow seniors to prevent health conditions and seek treatment before existing conditions worsen. Most physicians have a standard set of things they monitor during these annual visits, but it’s always important to be as thorough as possible. When…
In addition to having inhalers with them, seniors with asthma should learn how to carry out breathing exercises as well. Breathing exercises can teach seniors to calm themselves and control the amount of air getting into their lungs through a wide variety of techniques. Here’s a glimpse at five popular…
Even if your senior loved one didn’t lead a healthy lifestyle earlier in life, it’s not too late to take steps to boost his or her health. Even minor changes can have significant physical and psychological benefits. Here are a few steps your loved one can take today to make…
Tremors are among the most noticeable motor symptoms associated with Parkinson’s. Since symptoms can vary, it’s not unusual for tremors to affect one hand or leg and not the other. Often occurring during the early stages of Parkinson’s and increasing in intensity as the disease progresses, tremors can be addressed…
As Alzheimer’s progresses to later stages of the disease, some seniors will experience agitation. Your senior loved one may express this feeling with physical or verbal outbursts, restlessness, yelling, pacing, or general emotional distress. Learning to prevent agitation before it occurs can help you provide your parent with the best…
Consuming large amounts of sugar can increase the risk of obesity, high cholesterol, and hypertension, which are issues that could lead to diabetes and cardiovascular disease. However, learning healthy ways to satisfy your senior parent’s sweet tooth could enhance his or her overall wellbeing. Take a look at some healthy…
Having limited mobility doesn’t mean your senior loved one must limit his or her fun. Older adults who face challenges with moving around can still find many enjoyable ways to occupy their time. These six activities are awesome for getting your loved one interested in doing things throughout the day,…
Statistics suggest one-third of adults between 65 and 75 years old experience hearing loss. Approximately half of those beyond the age of 75 are also afflicted. Hearing loss impacts the lives of the elderly in a variety of ways. Isolation A group of scientists from Sweden followed the lifestyles of…
Most likely, one of your last thoughts when you’re a caregiver is about how to take better care of yourself. While you know you deserve rest and relaxation, it may be difficult to make that happen when your senior loved one is a priority. You can use these six tips…