The eyes are windows to the world. An infant’s introduction to the beauty of a mother’s smile (if we are fortunate) to witness the wonder of a deep blue sky, to witness the pride in your Father’s face, all...
Gait means pattern of steps, walk, stride, pace. It requires co-ordination of the different systems within the body. Gait is indicative of cognitive and body control. Gait and balance are common problems among the elderly. Dysfunctional gait compromises independence...
The three pillars of wholesome living and overall well-being are…Food, Sleep, and a well regulated lifestyle. While this is easy and so natural at a period in one’s life, it is a serious challenge among the aged. By natural...
What is the weather like? Ask your Joints. Of course its winter! What should I eat today? Ask your joints. They are demanding foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids! What should I wear? Ask your Joints. Layer up...
In the years of experience we have had in building relationships with seniors, one of the lessons we have learnt is that whether they say it or not, they are essentially lonely and depressed, one often following the other....
Old Age consultants are a New Age phenomena. There is a vacuum that needs to be filled. “Elderly care‘’…Wants and needs. Trepidation, insecurity, anxiety caused by changing societal patterns like the collapse of the joint family, children working in...
Mr Sen is 35 years old, energetic, out on a jog preparing to run a marathon. Mr Sen is now 55 out on a morning walk, taking brisk steps but at a moderate pace. Mr Sen at 75 walks...