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Aches, pain and reduced mobility are indeed a part of growing old. Failing eyesight and reduced mental reasoning may also present themselves in later years.Once into retirement, physical duties and responsibilities begin to slow down and life can become more sedentary.Whilst rushing off to work becomes a thing of the past and rising early becomes a pleasure rather than a chore, the task of nutrition remains equally important to a comfortable and healthy life.It is said that ‘you are what you e...

Hygiene is an important part of our personal health regime.Age, onset of arthritis, loss of energy and strength, mobility and dexterity changes, as well as major illnesses due to weakened immunity systems, can make everyday activities a struggle.The bathroom is one of the two most dangerous rooms in a home (the kitchen is the other) and our senior years make it more difficult to feel safe in a bathroom.Shaky hands and weakened grip, as well as unsteady balance and lack of mobility, will affect m...

One can travel from point A to point B by using mobility scooters, but what about the comfort. Imagine if the person wants to take multiple things at the same time from kitchen to their bedroom and they don’t have much space. Imagine how dangerous the journey would become when they are strolling around the uneven surfaces. With that being said, there are many mobility scooter accessories available in the market that can help in enhancing comfort and reducing risks. Let’s have a look at them....

Many 'seniors' took their retirement from a long, busy, successful career and now have the time, energy, and the resources to take vacations – on their own, with a partner or, with a family. And, many seniors are in excellent physical condition to take on whatever adventure may come their way throughout their travels!As they age, their 'must-haves’ while traveling change considerably as compared to when they were much younger. Gone are the days when they could 'sleep anywhere no matter the c...

Quality of sleep has a big impact on your performance during the day. To achieve good quality of sleep, you need enough hours, a comfortable sleeping position and the right pillow support.The irregularity of the human body form means that, when lying down, support is not given to the whole body the whole of the time.Moving During the NightPeople choose to sleep in different positions and, starting off in their sleep-inducing position, will move into different positions during the night.- Sleepin...

A professional kitchen is one that is well organised and is ergonomically suitable for its user. Ergonomic means that a space is efficient, comfortable, provides a balanced movement around the room and increases productivity.An ergonomically organised space is gentler on the body, as it helps reduce time and movement.The user of a kitchen may be a professional chef, a young wife or husband, an elderly person, or someone disabled, to name but a few types of individuals amongst the many who spend ...

What do you need after a long tiring day? Good food and a comfortable bed to lay on? Of course, but laying on the bed can only be relaxing if you have the right type of bed cover. Some can be ideal for your back, while some cannot. You can pick your ideal one from many different beds covers that add a touch of style to your room and comfort to your body. Let us have a brief look at the types of bed covers available in the market:1. CoverletA coverlet is often an overlooked type of bed cover. At ...

There are several mobility aids available like walking sticks, aluminium ramps, canes, grabs, etc. But the most used one has to be a walking stick. Walking sticks are helpful if you have reasonably good mobility and would like something to give you extra balance and confidence.Also, it makes walking easier as it helps to reduce pain by providing necessary support. Folding walking sticks are a good solution if you do not need walking aids all the time.Choosing a Right Walking Stick Walking sticks...

There are several mobility aids available like walking sticks, aluminium ramps, canes, grabs, etc. But the most used one has to be a walking stick. Walking sticks are helpful if you have reasonably good mobility and would like something to give you extra balance and confidence.Also, it makes walking easier as it helps to reduce pain by providing necessary support. Folding walking sticks are a good solution if you do not need walking aids all the time.Choosing a Right Walking Stick Walking sticks...

Ever since recliners came into the market, they have been in the limelight of popularity and demand. This is due to the comfort they can provide. Recliners are not only a great living room addition but also a relaxing mood lifter. There are various types of recliners available. This means that you should be aware of which type you want or is ideal for your purpose. While choosing a recliner one should look if it:Fits your interior decorCaters to your orthopedic problemsSatisfies your purposeWe k...

Arthritis stiffness and pain affects how we enjoy life.Weakened joints, reduced grip and the accompanying build up of pain, are but a few of the changes our bodies incur with age.Damaged cartilage, loose ligaments and inflamed connective tissue (synovium) can cause stiffness and pain in joints, making completing daily tasks quite a feat.When the cartilage in the joint starts to wear down, the constant rubbing together of the bones can cause the bones to change shape.A slight change to the norm c...

As is with the kitchen, the bathroom is classified as one of the most dangerous rooms in the house.Eighty one percent of accidents in the bathroom are as a result of falls.Falls can be due to wet or slippery floors, slipping on or tripping over mats, objects or furniture causing obstructions and also because of health problems e.g. fainting, dizziness, changing eyesight and changes in mobility.In later years, senior people with health conditions may need adaptations and specialist equipment in t...