What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that progresses slowly and worsens with age. With 90,000 new diagnoses each year, Parkinson’s disease is a common movement disorder that currently...
April is National Occupational Therapy Month. Did you know occupational therapy has been a profession for more than 100 years? Every April, we celebrate occupational therapists and the contributions they make to patients'...
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Many men experience problems with the prostate gland, with risk increasing as they age. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate, affects 40 million American men, and can cause several urinary...
It’s no secret that you are what you eat. Research over the years has shown that a well-balanced diet filled with...
Summer is a great time to be active while enjoying the outdoors. While the sunny skies and warm temperatures provide...
Your skin is much more than what people see. The skin is a whole system that acts as a barrier to protect the inside of...
What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are generally the result of abnormal blood flow caused by faulty valves. The...
What is arthritis of the wrist? Your wrist is a joint between your hand and arm that allows for a range of motion. It is...
As we age, the body changes in many ways. Some things we think of as normal signs of aging, such as the appearance of...
Joint replacement surgery has evolved over the years. Technology and techniques have improved, outcomes are better, and...
An often-overlooked part of end-of-life planning is setting up a living will, sometimes referred to as an advance...
With age comes wisdom. Unfortunately, trips, falls and injuries may come with it too. There are several reasons for that...
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a common movement disorder that affects approximately one...