Think all kinds of pain are the same? Not so. A better understanding of what causes chronic pain — and how to treat it — is on the horizon.
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On average driving ability deteriorates around 75 but that’s just the average. In reality, the age varies for each and every individual. Candrive, a study funded by the Canadian Institute of Heath Research, is trying to create a screening that will determine the predictors for someone being a safe (or for that matter an unsafe) driver.
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We want to tell you about Teva’s new sandal, Illum. This isn’t your ordinary stroll-around-the-beach, kind of flip flop though. Illum comes with an LED flashlight, which happens to be attached to the sandal’s straps.
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New studies show that an overwhelming majority of American receive their news over multiple platforms. Social media sites like Twitter and Facebook have expanded the ways in which we can consume the news.
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Botox, a drug commonly used to reverse the visual signs of aging, is extending its reach beyond cosmetic medicine. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved the use of the drug for treating muscular spasticity. Specifically, this treatment is appropriate for elbow, wrist, or finger spasms, which are experienced by individuals who suffer from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, or multiple sclerosis, all common among the elderly.
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Review: Toastmaster Coffee Maker
Toastmaster TCM4W 4-Cup Automatic Drip Coffeemaker
Elder friendly features: Automatic Shut-off, Safety Handle, Accessible Filter Baskets, Large Visuals, Broad, Shallow Filter Baskets.
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Review: Microsoft Computer Ergonomic Keyboard
Microsoft Natural Ergo Keyboard 4000
Review: Kensington Computer Mouse
Kensington Expert Trackball Mouse for PC or Mac 64325
Review: Coby DVD Players
Coby DVD224BLK Compact DVD Player
Senior Friendly Features: Easy to Operate Front Panel, Wide Dynamic Range Control, High Resolution with HDMI Capabilities.
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A recent New York Times blog post posed the question — are bed rails, which are commonly found in nursing homes and assisted living facilities for seniors, actually safe? Geriatrician and bioethicist Dr. Steven Miles at the University of Minnesota answers that question with a resounding NO.
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