Mobility & Fitness

Protect Yourself from Falls and Fractures

Oct 21, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
As the number of older adults rises, so does the number of injuries and falls suffered by this population. Among adults ages 65 and older, falls are the top cause of injuries and death from injury, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Many of the risk … Read More

Combat Cardiovascular Disease with Exercise

Sep 20, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
Regular physical activity is a key element of a healthy lifestyle. Exercising most days of the week improves the health and function of just about every organ and system in your body. But what activities will be the most helpful for your heart? “Aerobic exercise is the most beneficial for … Read More

Walking to Get and Stay Fit

Aug 17, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
[caption id="attachment_142155" align="alignleft" width="300"] © kate_sept2004 | Getty ImagesWalking for exercise can be a lifestyle choice that expands your social life. There are power walking clubs, fundraising walks, and vacations that feature treks in exotic destinations.[/caption] Walking is an inexpensive and accessible form of exercise, but to be effective, it’s … Read More

News Briefs: September 2022

Aug 17, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
Exercise and Cognition Previous research has suggested that physical activity lowers your risk of dementia as you age. The benefit is thought to derive from the cardiovascular protection offered by exercise. It can help prevent high blood pressure and excessive weight gain, both of which are associated with dementia. A … Read More

Small Amounts of Physical Activity Can Have Big Benefits

Aug 16, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
For ideal health and physical wellbeing, it’s recommended each week adults aim to do a total of two-anda- half hours of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity). Even if you don’t meet this physical activity target, considerable research has demonstrated any activity is better than none. … Read More

Improve Knee Osteoarthritis Pain with Exercise

Jul 20, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
An estimated 14 million people in the U.S. have knee osteoarthritis (OA), and, among adults age 45 and older, a higher percentage of women than men are diagnosed with the condition, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Knee OA occurs when the cartilage has worn away on the ends of the … Read More

Protect Your Shoulders from Dislocation

Jul 20, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
The shoulder joint is the most commonly dislocated large joint in the body, and while young people are most likely to suffer a shoulder dislocation there is evidence that older women also may be particularly vulnerable to this injury. When it strikes young people, sports usually play a role—however, in … Read More

Diagnosing and Treating Shoulder Pain

Jul 20, 2022 · · Bones & Joints
[caption id="attachment_141633" align="alignleft" width="300"] © Andreus | Getty ImagesA network of ligaments creates passive stability in the shoulder. Muscles create active stability through contraction.[/caption] The shoulder joint is unique among joints because it is the most mobile in the human body, allowing us to hit a tennis ball, swim laps, … Read More

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