Elderly using ear pick to remove earwax

Earwax provokes a certain “ew” quality for many people, with few of us realizing its proper function and purpose. While it may be considered an unsightly and undesirable element of the human body, it does provide some protection as it aids in the healthy function of the ear. Even with its protective properties, earwax can

Woman with lotion on her face

Barrier Cream: What Is It? Our bodies have a natural barrier between the external and internal environment, called the skin barrier. Simply put, your skin barrier is the epidermis’ outermost layer. The skin barrier protects the body and keeps water from escaping. The skin’s outer layer, the stratum corneum, contains the protein keratin and corneocytes

Applying rash cream on baby's butt

The dreaded diaper rash! It’s one dreadful thing for a child. The majority of the time, it is relatively simple. Change them frequently, apply a good diaper rash ointment or cream, and voila! But what if they’re a senior citizen? What if the person isn’t a child? Diaper rash can impact anyone wearing incontinence briefs

commode beside bed

Getting up from a squat on a toilet gets more complicated when muscles weaken with age or are damaged. Because of this, taller toilets are now more readily available as a replacement for an existing toilet. Higher-seat toilets with raised toilet seats or a toilet riser may be a lifesaver for older persons who have

Woman getting out of a car

As we age, standing up from a seated position can be incredibly challenging. For those who also have limited mobility from hip or back conditions, stepping out of a car seat can be nearly impossible. It can also be difficult to enjoy activities such as attending church, watching a child’s baseball game, or trying a

Older man getting a wrist brace on with physician.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) might begin as a bit of ache in your hand or a tingling sensation that travels down to your fingers, but the symptoms can increase with time, resulting in chronic pain or numbness. If left untreated, CTS may make routine tasks such as typing at the computer complex. Wrist braces are

older woman happily watching tv

Hearing loss is a common health concern for seniors. Seniors with hearing loss are more prone to developing dementia than adults with normal hearing. Additionally, hearing loss can make it difficult for seniors to enjoy their routine activities, like watching TV, making calls, or hearing music. It might make them agitated and depressed. Here is

senior woman sneezing into a tissue

Imagine you’re spending a day outside with your grandkids at the park. They’re having a lot of fun, and you’re getting to take pictures of the precious memories they’re making. All of a sudden, your nose starts running and becomes all stuffy. It can be very frustrating to feel congested, and if you’re feeling bad

Close up shot of a young nurse helping disabled senior man with standing using walker

The capacity to stand from a chair without assistance is a crucial aspect of determining freedom for the elderly and people with physical impairments. Pain, limited joint mobility, stiffness, and muscle weakness are all common factors that impair one’s strength to stand. Sit-to-stand posture is even decreased in people with rheumatoid arthritis of the hands