Archive : Elder Care

Wheelchair users face day-to-day difficulties that people without mobility problems often can’t clearly anticipate or fully understand. Simple height obstructions, such as steps, that able-bodied people step over without a second thought become impassable terrain that can ruin your plans for the day...

  Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, is non inflammatory, which means that the major component is not swelling of the joints. Unlike some other forms of arthritis, osteoarthritis isn’t necessarily painful. It may also not be disabling and doesn’t usually cause the joints to...

  Ayurveda effectively treats many diseases and arthritis is one of the most common amongst them. Ayurvedic remedies for arthritis have been effective in relieving people from arthritic pain across all parts of the world. Before we talk about ayurvedic remedies, let’s understand what arthritis...

  The discovery of Reishi has certainly brought in its wake a wave of arthritis supplements all claiming to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis. But the main question is: are they safe? Luckily yes. Only by eating high dosages of the mushroom itself can you experience the side effects of nausea,...

Image Courtesy: flickr.com/photos/hygienematters/4275577339     Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS affects about 1 out of 10 people. The condition is quite common in seniors, with many seniors sufferings from IBS reporting recurring symptoms. Like the rest of the population affected by IBS, the...

  The key to being healthy is to eat right and get plenty of exercise. As we age, the body tends to slow down, so getting enough exercise isn’t always possible. That doesn’t mean you should stop exercising just because you’re not able to do what you used to–but your exercise regimen...

  The elderly members of the family often require care from others. The problem is that the hectic lifestyle of today seldom offers other family members the time to provide such care. In such a circumstance, the solution you look for is a service that offers care for the elderly individuals. Here,...