Protect the Heels
My good friend, Judy, is an excellent nurse. She had an important comment: “Caregivers are too busy to read long articles. Keep it short. Just make important points to remember.” Her comment about pressure
How to Prevent Pressure Sores
Pressure sores can be disastrous. They are highly associated with immobility. In my last post I discussed what causes a pressure sore and what it looks like. This post is about prevention of pressure
The bladder workout: Tame incontinence without surgery
If you have an overactive bladder, you likely experience a sudden urge to urinate, even when your bladder isn't full. Also known as urge incontinence, this feeling can be a nuisance. But when the urge
Hip Replacement: Is the timing right?
The pain and physical limitations of advanced hip arthritis can wear you down physically and emotionally. The decision to have a hip replacement is based on the amount of damage to the joint, your symptoms,
High-protein foods: The best protein sources to include in a healthy diet
Including protein-rich foods in your diet is vital for maintaining overall health and well-being. But how much protein do you need and what are the best sources of this essential macronutrient? Why we need protein
Long hours sitting can raise dementia odds despite exercise
Don't take this news sitting down: Even people who exercise regularly face higher risks of dementia if they sit for much of the day, a new study suggests. The study, published online Sept. 12, 2023,
The nature of anger
We usually think of anger in negative terms: unhappiness, unpredictability, danger, aggression, impatience, and other feelings or reactions that aren't considered especially healthy or helpful.But in certain situations, anger can be a helpful emotion. It
You’re never too old to start exercising – just ask a 93-year-old rowing champion
One of the questions I’m asked most frequently is, “am I too old for exercise to make a difference?” The answer is always a great, big, resounding, “NO.” Indeed, this message is so vital that
Yikes, a skin tear!
Healthy skin stretches when bumped or pulled. Fragile skin rips open. This is especially common on the forearms and calves. We managed many skin tears in our clinic. In fact, we had a ready
5 causes of sciatica
Sciatica isn’t actually a health condition; it’s a symptom, and a misnamed one at that. Sciatica refers to the symptoms of buttock, thigh, and leg pain, but it can arise from a variety of