Dartmouth University reports that 22 million American households provide some level of support for another family member aged 50 or older. The population of people in the United States older than the age of 65 continues to grow, and is expected to...
For some people, vertigo, or dizziness, is so severe it leads to nausea, vomiting and loss of balance, which may in turn result in injurious falls. Migraine headaches, Meniere's disease, an acoustic neuroma, an inflamed inner ear or other...
Arthritis treatment may depend on underlying causes, the particular joints affected, how it affects a person's daily life and the type of arthritis. Osteoarthritis, the most common type, often occurs with age; joint pain and stiffness affect the...
Osteoporosis occurs when the body fails to form enough new bone, or when the body reabsorbs too much old bone. The disease causes the bone tissue to thin and it results in a loss of bone density over time. The deterioration of bone tissue leads to...
Standing out in the crowded treadmill market is difficult, but the LifeSpan TR2000 manages it. A few unusual design innovations allow a fairly standard 20-inch by 56-inch running and walking area, in a small 63.5-inch-long footprint. Treadmill...
Impaired eyesight, hindered mobility and other disabilities make the elderly predisposed to experience falls and other accidents, according to Hartford County’s Office on Aging in Maryland. These accidents can have long-term impacts on an...
Falls can happen for many reasons. As we age, there are changes to the eyes and ears that decrease the amount of information the brain receives about our body placement. Falls may be the result of a medical condition that effects balance, side...
Senior wellness programs offer a variety of health benefits as well as educational and information resources for seniors in all demographics. Guiding behaviors, habits and lifestyle enhances quality of life for many seniors, and offers ideas and...
A six-pack doesn't just give your stomach a ready-for-the-beach look; a slimmer stomach also puts you at less risk of injury, reduces your risk of various kinds of disease and can help you enjoy better sex. If you want a washboard stomach, several...
Having a six-pack won't just impress the ladies when you hit up the beach or pool. Strong abs also help with issues like body balance, back strength and can make everything from lifting boxes to swinging your golf club much easier. Several...
