Health Assessment
Working closely with your physicians and monitoring your health for changes becomes more important as you get older. If you know what to look for and what questions to ask, you’ll be well on your way to wellness. This section of our blog covers medical topics like care management planning, age-related health screenings, answers to questions about common illnesses and treatments, and more.
Loss of Muscle Tone in Seniors: What You Need to Know
Our bodies undergo a number of changes as we get older. One of the most significant changes is the loss of muscle mass – a condition known as sarcopenia. When unaddressed, this condition can have serious consequences for older adults including increased risk of falls, reduced mobility, and decreased quality of life. In this blog post, we’ll explore what sarcopenia is, how it can impact senior health, and what you can do about it.
The Most Important Nutrients for Aging Adults
Getting the right nutrients can help older adults maintain their health and reduce their risk for age-related illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis.
What you Need to Know about Essential Tremors
Tremors – involuntary, rhythmic shaking movements in one or more parts of the body – are extremely common in older adults. In this post, we’ll explain what you need to know about the most common type: essential tremors.
5 Arthritis Management Tips
Arthritis management is a necessity for many people. Read on to learn our top tips for managing arthritis pain in aging adults.
Ways to Manage Pain as you Age
Aches and pains can become more common as you get older. In this post, we share a few remedies to help you safely manage pain as you age.
Should You Get a Bone Density Test?
Strong bones are critical for healthy aging. If you have the following risk factors, you might want to schedule a bone density scan.
Signs of Heart Trouble You Should Watch For
Not all heart problems come with clear warning signs. We discuss what cardiac issue symptoms you need to be on the lookout for in this post.
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: What’s the Difference?
What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia? The following are the differences between these neurocognitive disorders.