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In 2017, health care providers across the US wrote more than 191 million prescriptions for opioid pain medication—a rate of 58.7 prescriptions per 100 people. ( Choosept.com) Although opioids have an appropriate time and place for usage, they in no way contribute to improvement of health or recovery. They only mask pain momentarily. The American Physical Therapy Association designated October as a month to raise awareness of physical therapy as a safe and effective alternative for … [Read more...]
Yoga is for You
If I asked you to try yoga, would you consider it? Perhaps you've seen images of yoga on television or in magazines that cause you to shake your head, believing it's not for you. Let me bring to light some yoga practices that can be both doable and beneficial for aging adults. Yoga has many forms and skill levels, and it can be modified to fit individual needs. Some practices can even be done in the comfort of your own home. Yoga can lead to a healthier mind and body. In daily life, we … [Read more...]
Staying Fit After 50
As a growing number of Americans cross the 50-year milestone, studies show that the overwhelming key to maintaining health and well-being is to keep moving…despite obstacles or physical impairments. Inspiration and Motivation If you have not been athletic for some time, finding inspiration is a good start. Experiment to discover which activities you enjoy and create strategies to keep motivated. Remember that sheer physical skill is not a requisite to make physical fitness a central part … [Read more...]
Aging Skin Health
Skin is the body's primary defense system. It serves as a protective barrier from the sun, harmful substances in the environment, bacteria, and other threats. Skin also regulates body temperature and is part of the sensory system. Our skin both protects us from external harm, and supports the life contained within. How it ages is impacted by the sun, the gravitational force of the earth, our environment, and our own habits. With normal aging, cells produce collagen and elastic at a slower … [Read more...]
Sun Protection
I realized something the other day about sun exposure and my skin: It is possible for it to be damaged by the sun even in the shade. I was painting a piece of furniture in the backyard and had positioned myself in the shade. I had my water bottle out, remembering to drink regularly. I was staying cool from a light breeze. I felt good, or so I thought. Later I jumped into the pool to cool down and noticed my shoulders felt dry and itchy. A closure look revealed that the skin was already dry and … [Read more...]
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