Old people

Osteoarthritis can be debilitating: Know how to deal with the pain naturally

Osteoarthritis causes chronic pain and stiffness. Though treatment options are limited, you can delay the progression of and, at times, even reverse this condition naturally.
Light physical activities may help increase lifespan of older adults

A new study suggests that physical activities such as brisk walking that helps in managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol, improve glucose control among many benefits.
Examining sleeping habits in older people may prevent the risk of medical conditions; says study

Older people who experience daytime sleepiness may be at risk of developing new medical conditions, called hypersomnolence.
New drug reduces disease progression in knee osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis of the knee is a painful, disabling condition affecting hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
5 reasons why we are more prone to falls in old age

As you grow older, the risk of falls, fractures and other injuries increases. Make sure you know the reasons behind falls in old age so you can take measures to reduce the risk.
The rate of knee replacement surgeries happening among senior citizen is increasing, says expert

In early stages of knee pain and stiffness, treatment can be done with medications and exercise. However, for those who have not obtained relief from non-surgical treatments, joint replacement surgery must be considered. Most elders avoid discussing about joint replacement surgery due to fear of dependent living and doubtful treatment outcomes.
Try these self-care tips to deal with osteoarthritis

Do you find it difficult to carry out your daily chores due to that excruciating pain in your hands and legs? Do you find it difficult to walk? Do you often skip your work due to it? Then, just follow these smart hacks to tackle osteoarthritis and you can thank us later!
Aching thumb? It could be thumb arthritis

If you are constantly using a smartphone, it is very likely that you will suffer from thumb arthritis or smartphone thumb. Follow a few tips to prevent thumb arthritis.
A recent health check-up camp in Mumbai revealed senior citizens don’t fare well in their health report cards

Around 40 senior citizens were present in the camp where in majority of male senior citizen diabetes, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, prostate related issues were detected, which they were unaware off.
Older adults living near greener neighborhood may ward off dementia risk

Older adults, particularly women, who live closer to greener neighbourhoods were found to have a slower decline in cognitive functions related to memory.
No link between sexual activity and rate of cognitive decline in older people

Though older people who enjoy a sexually active tend to perform better at memory tests than sexually inactive older adults on a short-term basis, this is not the case over a longer period of time.
Aerobic fitness may be linked with increased linguistic skills in the elderly

Older adults frequently have word finding difficulties and they experience these as particularly irritating and embarrassing.
Older adults more likely to stick with a group exercise programme with people their own age

According to the University of British Columbia study, working out with peers of the same gender doesn't seem to make a difference - it's the age that counts.
Why do old people have disrupted sleep?

Why does sleep become disrupted in old age? - This question has been asked many times over in the past.
Handy air travel safety tips for the elderly

Are you travelling by flight with an older adult any time soon? Save this post now!
Pressing life issues can affect the well being of the elderly cancer patients

Multiple factors impact the livers of senior citizens
United Nation health agency launches first global monitoring system for dementia

Nearly 10 million people develop dementia each year, six million of them in low- and middle-income countries.
Medicines make the elderly fall and injure themselves!

Recurrent falls are responsible for deaths among the elderly.
REM sleep behaviour disorder (RBD) ups risk of Parkinson's disease in elderly men

According to this research, RBD affects more men than women.
Tips to ensure safety at home in old age

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