As one who has battled arthritis for years (only I could have the diagnosis of arthritis at 16), I can attest to the truth — and research — behind today’s pqBlog entry. Whenever I fall behind on my exercise, my back aches and my knees, in particular, are stiff and Read more…
With a grandmother preparing to turn 85 this year, I’m well aware of the statistics about balance and falls for women her age, and that because she fell and broke her wrist last year, she was at a heightened risk for a second, more serious fall this year. The good Read more…
Fall prevention for seniors has grown in importance over the last decade, which perhaps isn’t so surprising given the aging of the Baby Boomer generation. But I’m noticing this more with my grandmother, who’s almost 85, and approaching the age where risk increases exponentially. She’s already broken her wrist after Read more…
Since one of our target demographics is seniors and baby boomers, Physiquality sometimes focuses on the softer side of fitness and wellness. My boss had found an article by a member and physical therapist on the benefits of gardening, and I agreed that it would be a great topic for Read more…
Physiquality has been looking a lot at fitness programs and products for older adults, so I suggested writing about the topic. I’ve been especially interested in this since my grandmother had a stroke last year and, more recently, fell and broke her wrist. I know that breaking your arm and Read more…