Massage therapy has numerous therapeutic benefits for seniors including easing muscle and joint pain, increasing mobility, improving blood circulation, and reducing aches and pains in the body. Be sure to check that your masseuse specializes in geriatric therapeutic massage so they know the proper techniques and right amount of pressure to apply.
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Dance Your Way to Fitness
Ballroom, salsa, tap or swing. Pick your favorite dance – and your favorite partners – and hit the dance floor. This low-impact exercise is great for seniors looks to get some aerobics into their routine. It can also help with balance and coordination, reducing your risk for falls.
How to Choose a Medical Alert System
The most important thing about a Medical Alert system is that it stays on your body, where it belongs, to do its job. Apart from that, you need to decide which system is right for you and your lifestyle. Here are the top five considerations when choosing a medical alert system.
What to Do After a Fall
What you do in the moments right after a fall occurs can have a significant impact on your physical and emotional recovery. This round-up of tips will help you safely navigate a fall.
When Is the Right Time to Get a Medical Alert System?
If you’re caring for a parent or loved one, any time is the right time to get a medical alert system.
6 Nutrients Older Adults Need More Of
You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again: A healthy diet consists of lots of fruits, veggies, lean proteins, healthy fats and whole grains.
Love After Loss: Tips for Seniors Who’ve Lost a Spouse
Losing a spouse is a trauma no matter what your age, but some seniors suffer the loss in a debilitating way. These tips may help you in your journey.
The 5 Best Low Impact Exercises for Seniors
You don’t have to engage in strenuous weightlifting or jarring jogging to reap the benefits of exercise. There are plenty of low impact activities that go easy on your joints but still help your health.
Bathroom Safety 101: How to Reduce Your Risk of a Fall
The bathroom is the number-one site for falls among seniors. Here are 10 key ways to bolster your bathroom with safety measures.
6 Easy Steps to a Healthier Heart
Many of the risk factors for heart disease are within your control. In fact, with just a few simple lifestyle changes, you can reduce your risk–and improve your overall health.