A diabetes diagnosis can be scary and can lead to many questions. What type of diabetes do I have? What are the differences between the types? What is the life expectancy for diabetes? How will it change my day-to-day life? The good news is that diabetes is manageable and many people live long fulfilling lives … Continued
Sometimes, you may notice that elderly shuffle feet when they walk and it can be quite concerning. Sometimes, they may not even notice that they’re doing it. But why do elderly shuffle their feet? In this post, we will review some of these reasons as well as some preventative measures. Reasons for Shuffling of Feet … Continued
All of us have had some sort of experience with an elderly driver on the road. Whether they are driving too slowly, making dangerous decisions at intersections, or weaving around the road, we have all wondered at some point: should old people be driving? Or should elderly drivers be retested to make sure everyone on … Continued
Have you noticed your elderly loved one seems to be eating only sweets? Don’t worry, they are not just making up for their moms not allowing them to eat too much Halloween candy when they were younger. There is actually some interesting science behind your elderly loved ones craving sweet and salty snacks. Elderly Eating … Continued
Foot care for older adults can often be forgotten due to a growing laundry list of demanding responsibilities. However, foot care for the elderly should be just as much a part of any caregiving routine. In this post, we will review the importance of foot care in elderly, some common problems you may have with … Continued
Get up in the morning, brush your teeth. Eat a meal, brush your teeth. Have a little snack, especially if it’s sticky, brush your teeth. You’re in your jammies making that last trip to the bathroom, and before hitting the sack, you brush your teeth. Oral hygiene is something we don’t even think about unless … Continued
When it comes to life expectancy, rheumatoid arthritis can be confusing. This is due to various other factors that can affect the condition. In this post, we will review what you need to know about rheumatoid arthritis life expectancy. Does Rheumatoid Arthritis Reduce Life Expectancy? Studies have shown that life expectancy with rheumatoid arthritis can … Continued
Have you ever heard the saying “Getting older is not for sissies?” That saying holds true for seniors facing the challenges that aging inevitably brings. Who is that person staring back at you when you look in the mirror? Silver strands have weaved their way into your thinning hair, and tiny lines have appeared around … Continued
The word “elderly” may have a variety of connotations associated with it. But how old is elderly? At what age is considered elderly medically? In this post, we will take a look at what is considered elderly. What is Considered Elderly Age? At what age is a person considered elderly? According to the World Health … Continued
Have you ever seen an elderly person that almost appeared to have a hunchback and thought to yourself, “I wonder why the elderly walk bent over?” It turns out there is an official name for this condition: kyphosis. What is Kyphosis? Kyphosis is an exaggerated, forward rounding of the upper back. The Mayo Clinic tells … Continued