Shoulder stiffness (“frozen shoulder”), back pain, hip pain, and neck pain are the most common musculoskeletal complaints among seniors with Parkinson’s. The good news for seniors as well as their loved ones and caregivers is that such discomfort can usually be addressed with a combination of medications, physical therapy, exercise,…
After a stroke, a senior must adopt healthy habits to promote recovery and reduce the risk of a secondary stroke. Although an individual’s stroke care plan will be dependent on the severity of the stroke, families can help their senior loved ones prevent secondary strokes by following a few simple…
Approximately half of adults beyond the age of 75 have some level of hearing loss. While hearing loss is often viewed as part of the aging process and a minor annoyance, not being able to effectively communicate with others can have a significant impact on health and wellbeing. When older adults lose…
Did you know that by the age of 70, the average person can lose up to 40 percent of his or her muscle mass and 30 percent of his or her strength? While it’s no surprise that a nutritious and well-balanced diet is essential to fighting disease with age, eating…
Contrary to popular belief, live-in or 24-hour care isn’t just for seniors who have been diagnosed with advanced conditions such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, or dementia. Around-the-clock care and monitoring can be of great help to seniors with widely varying levels of abilities. To provide a better picture of how caregivers…
People caring for senior loved ones with Parkinson’s face many challenges. One such challenge is learning how to properly feed a person affected by this disease. Parkinson’s can cause constant tremors, which pose a choking risk when eating. Fortunately, there are things you can do to minimize this risk. Here…
Although the thyroid is a relatively small gland located in the front of the throat, it produces important hormones that regulate metabolism and control body temperature. If something causes the thyroid to produce too many hormones, which is a condition called hyperthyroidism, then a person can lose weight, sweat excessively,…
Memory loss is the most common symptom of Alzheimer’s, and almost everyone who is diagnosed with this disease is going to develop memory issues at some point. Seniors with Alzheimer’s won’t be able to avoid memory loss forever, but they can do quite a bit to boost their brain health…
Taking care of an aging parent is a great responsibility, but it can bring a lot of stress and anxiety into your life due to trying to balance your own needs with your loved one’s. Stress and anxiety could lead to serious health conditions if you’re not careful. The following…
Many seniors prefer to age in place, but their health often decreases with age, making it difficult to perform normal duties without assistance. You should encourage your elderly loved one to remain independent and find ways to help him or her without overstepping boundaries. Here are some of the things…