The sun and our body rhythms Our body’s circadian rhythm, or ability to sync our internal body clock to the environment, depends on the sun to help regulate several body functions. As we have evolved as a species, the sun has played a critical role in developing biological … [Read more...] about Sync Up Body Rhythms With A Touch Of Morning Sunshine
Caregiver Solutions
Recovering At Home – What Are Your Options?
Recovering from an illness, injury or surgical procedure is difficult for anyone, but for those 65 and older, the process can be long and arduous. The choice to recover at home or at a transitional rehab center is not easy, especially for seniors who live alone and can’t count on … [Read more...] about Recovering At Home – What Are Your Options?
How To Be Safer On The Road
What can you do to be safer on the road and more comfortable with driving? The main components to consider for safe driving include vision, reaction time, and mobility. Each of these can be improved with regular maintenance and attention. Here are a few suggestions from Lynda … [Read more...] about How To Be Safer On The Road
Is Your Mobility Hanging In The Balance?
Mobility can be impacted significantly if balance issues arise. “Decline in balance can be attributed to several things, but while there can be decline, falling is not a normal aging process,” says Kristen Luttrell, DPT at Masonic Homes of Kentucky. Deficiencies in strength, … [Read more...] about Is Your Mobility Hanging In The Balance?
Manage Your Health Remotely
As technology advances, it continues to open up new opportunities for us to take charge of our health and stay connected with health care providers from the comfort of our homes. Used effectively, these innovative devices and easy-to-use applications can enable us to track our … [Read more...] about Manage Your Health Remotely