Spinal Muscular Atrophy is a genetic disorder that affects the central nervous system. The Muscular Dystrophy Association provides a clear and concise definition: Most of the nerve cells that control muscles are located in the spinal cord, which accounts for the word spinal in the name of the disease. SMA is muscular because its primary … Continued
Thanksgiving is over, and we have all returned to our busy lives in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season. Home for the holidays is the place most of us want to be. When you reflect on your time at home this Thanksgiving, are the following thoughts crossing your mind more than Dad’s lost glasses or … Continued
Gout is a form of arthritis characterized by sudden and severe attacks of pain and swelling in the joints, especially the big toe. These attacks can occur randomly, often waking you up in the middle of the night with the sensation that your big toe is on fire. The affected joint can be so tender … Continued
Every day you see a plethora of commercials on TV for various medications, including those for different types of arthritis. This has probably led you to wonder just how many types of arthritis are there? I bet it would surprise you to hear there are over 100 different types of arthritis! Download Our Heart Health … Continued
Psoriasis in elderly people is not only a medical problem, but elderly onset psoriasis can be a constant source of discomfort and anxiety for seniors. If you have psoriasis, at-home care will be easier if you know what you’re dealing with after being diagnosed with the disease. What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory … Continued
Parkinson’s disease is a disorder in the brain that causes shaking, stiffness, and other uncontrollable movements, as well as difficulties with balance and coordination. As the disease progresses, people may have trouble walking and talking and may even experience hallucinations. Many may wonder about the intricacies of how Parkinson’s disease affects life expectancy and how … Continued
A mini stroke, or transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a brief interruption of blood flow to part of the brain, spinal cord or retina which may cause temporary stroke-like symptoms but does not damage brain cells or cause permanent disability. Mini strokes are often an early warning sign that an elderly person is at risk … Continued
You may have seen a tennis ball on a walker here and there. It may look strange initially, but there is a practical reason why people attach these balls to their walking devices. Why do people put tennis balls on walkers? In this post, we will answer some of your questions about tennis balls on … Continued
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which carries air to and from your lungs. It often causes a wet cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, fatigue, and a mild fever. Bronchitis can either be acute or chronic. Acute bronchitis in the elderly generally clears up in about ten days. Chronic bronchitis in elderly adults is … Continued
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that constricts airways and causes difficulty breathing. With this condition, one may be concerned with life expectancy. What is COPD life expectancy? What is the life expectancy for COPD stage 4? Is stage 4 COPD life expectancy survivable? In this post, we will … Continued