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'...
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...
Aging. It’s a natural part of life whether we like it or not. A glance in the mirror will show those wrinkles and thinning hair, but what you can’t see is what’s happening inside the body. Something called “ inflammaging” can...
The first week in December has been designated as Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, and with good reason. The National...
Most patients who come to my office for arthritis have what is known as osteoarthritis. This is the wear-and-tear type...
For most of us, a routine can be pleasant and especially useful to keep us grounded. For those with dementia, routines...
In the United States, 54 million people are living with arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Your blood pressure is an important part of your overall health. But what is it? What is blood pressure? Blood pressure...
What is fiber? Fiber is one of the key food items your body needs to stay healthy. It is an essential part of a healthy...
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...