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A geriatric physical therapist explains that highly active seniors can suffer from repetitive-stress injuries when recovery is neglected. She recommends diversifying movement to include cardio, strength, balance, and tissue-restoration, scheduling rest days and prioritizing high-quality sleep, and consulting a physical therapist to tailor a safe, well-rounded plan.
A board-certified geriatric physical therapist explains that aging-related weakness and frailty can be slowed by staying active, regularly loading muscles, and breaking activity into short, practical bursts; she emphasizes moving throughout the day, overcoming fear of activity, and working with a licensed PT to safely build strength, balance, and independence.
92-year-old Edna Giordano trains four days a week with hour-long strength sessions, cardio warm-ups, and mobility work, finishing with stretches, while staying active daily through NEAT like walking and gardening. She uses light weights, emphasizes consistency, and reports improved mood, sleep, posture, and independence, supported by a protein-forward diet and supplements. Experts say strength training can offset age-related muscle loss and that NEAT significantly contributes to daily energy expenditure, highlighting that staying active overall is key to healthy aging.
A new Medicare claims analysis found that about 25% of people with dementia are prescribed risky, brain-altering medications such as antidepressants and antipsychotics, despite longstanding clinical guidelines cautioning against this practice.
The FDA has flagged 8 common OTC drugs as high-risk for people over 60 due to age-related changes in drug metabolism, including antihistamines, NSAIDs, PPIs, decongestants, and laxatives, urging seniors to review their medications with healthcare providers to avoid serious side effects and interactions.
The article provides expert-recommended snow shovels suitable for seniors, emphasizing ergonomic designs, lightweight options, and safety tips to prevent injuries during snow removal in winter.
This article provides a joint-friendly workout plan for clients over 50, focusing on low-impact plyometric exercises like sit-to-stands with a hop, step-up hops, heel raises with mini hops, and side-to-side line hops to improve strength, balance, and agility while protecting joint health.
The 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is set at 2.8%, which may be insufficient for seniors to keep up with rising expenses, especially as Medicare premiums are expected to increase significantly, potentially offsetting the benefits of the COLA and risking increased poverty among seniors.
Overdose deaths among Americans aged 65 and older have surged dramatically, with a 9,000% increase in fentanyl-stimulant related deaths over the past eight years, driven by the opioid epidemic and the prevalence of illicit fentanyl mixed with drugs like cocaine and methamphetamines. Experts emphasize the need for cautious prescribing, increased awareness, and overdose prevention strategies for this vulnerable age group.
Overdose deaths among Americans aged 65 and older have surged dramatically, with a 9,000% increase in fentanyl-stimulant related deaths over the past eight years, driven by the opioid epidemic and the prevalence of illicit fentanyl mixed with drugs like cocaine and methamphetamines. Experts warn that seniors are particularly vulnerable due to chronic health conditions and medication use, emphasizing the need for cautious prescribing, overdose prevention strategies, and increased awareness of the risks associated with illicit drugs.
Overdose deaths among Americans aged 65 and older from fentanyl combined with stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamines have surged by 9,000% over the past eight years, highlighting the growing impact of the opioid epidemic on seniors, who are particularly vulnerable due to chronic health conditions and medication use.
Fentanyl-related overdoses among adults 65 and older have surged by 9,000% over eight years, with a significant rise in deaths involving stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamines, highlighting a hidden crisis in the aging population that requires increased awareness and targeted prevention strategies.
A physical therapist has designed a 15-minute walking workout for people over 60 that combines warm-up, interval walking, and cool-down to improve balance, reduce fall risk, and boost heart health, adaptable to different fitness levels.
Climbing stairs offers significant health benefits for seniors, including improved cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and balance, and may lower mortality rates. While fall risks exist, stairs with rails are safer than outdoor walking, and incorporating stair climbing into daily routines can help seniors stay active and healthy. Experts recommend maintaining options with and without stairs as health declines.
Falls are a major risk for seniors but are largely preventable through regular exercise, such as balance and strength training, and simple home safety modifications like removing tripping hazards and installing handrails. Staying active and making small environmental changes can help seniors maintain independence and reduce injury risk.