Sleep Changes in the Elderly from A to Zzzzzz’s
Sleep changes are prevalent in the elderly and are multifactorial. Read on to learn why, about the common sleep disorders, and how you can sleep better at night.
Tag: geriatrics
Hobbies for Seniors to Try this New Year
Ah, retirement. After decades of hard work and saving up, now you can sit back and spend glorious days of rest and relaxation, with a lot of free time to do whatever you want. Some people may find that without a job, the sudden amount of free time can be staggering. It can be certainly be boring, but it doesn’t have to be! There are so many possible hobbies and activities to do, depending on your interest, personality, and preferences.
Dental Health for Aging Teeth and Gums
Our teeth and gums also have age-related changes, such as enamel thinning and dry mouth due to decreased saliva. Daily dental health and regular checkups is therefore very important to minimize possible complications, such as sensitive teeth, plaque buildup, cavities, and even tooth loss.
Medication Management for the Elderly
Anti-hypertensives, anti-hyperglycemic agents, medications for increased blood cholesterol, pain relievers… There are many diseases that age predisposes to. As such, it is no surprise that elderly people, especially those with chronic illnesses, have a lot of maintenance medications. This can have a number of possible negative consequences. Managing medications may be daunting, but effective management is key to you and your loved one’s independence and quality of life.
Look out: 9 age-related eye problems that you should know
Age-related changes in the eye can be inconvenient or can result in vision loss. Because prevention is always better than cure, it is important that you are aware of these conditions and that you consult your eye doctor at the first instance of eye trouble. Regular eye exams should also be completed to maximize early detection of these conditions.
All Ears: Hearing Loss in the Elderly
Have you noticed that your elderly loved one keeps asking you to repeat what others say, turning up the volume of the radio or television, recognizing sounds in the background (such as birds chirping or doorbells), and speaks more loudly than necessary? If you have, then your loved one may be having hearing loss.
Why British Columbia is the Best Place for You to Retire
Beautiful British Columbia (BC) — so read the vehicle license plates of cars in this Canadian province. This westernmost province of Canada has earned a reputation for being one of the most livable places on earth. Without further ado, here are the top reasons why BC is one of the best places for your retirement.
Putting our Best Foot Forward
Age and disease can result in some changes of our feet. In this article, we learn how to keep our feet healthy so that we can feel safer about putting our best foot forward.
Joint Pain in the Elderly: A Primer on Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common age-related joint disease that affects more than 80% of people older than 55 years of age. Arthritis of the knee and hip joints can make daily activities, such as walking, climbing stairs, and self-care, particularly difficult. Quality of life is therefore reduced, physically, emotionally, and socially.
Better Bone Health in the Elderly
Throughout life, there is continuous remodeling of bone, as bone is being lost and renewed. However, due to aging, more bone is lost than renewed, resulting in lower bone density than normal. This makes bones thin and weak, especially in wrist, spine and hip. Unfortunately, there are no clear-cut warning signs for osteoporosis until your loved one suffers from a fracture or has a noticeable stoop and change in posture.