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4 Shoes for Elderly with Balance Problems

Balance loss is common with aging. While a decline in balance usually begins around 40-50 years of age, by age 65, most seniors will have one fall per year.  Supportive footwear plays a big role in keeping your loved one safe, especially for older people with

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3 Best Walking Shoes for Seniors

As we age, our body changes shape – all the way down to our feet. Our body’s support system begins to spread due to muscle loss and years of supporting our own weight. Heat edema can cause swollen feet, further exacerbating existing foot pain. Suddenly the

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How to Help With Aging Parents

As our parents age, life inevitably leads us to a role reversal that can be difficult to prepare for. It's a journey filled with tender moments, tough decisions, and the inevitable realization that time waits for no one. You want to provide the right amount

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Checklist for Moving Elderly Parents (2024 Guide)

Moving is always challenging. This task becomes even greater when moving an older loved one into a new space.  Preparing in advance for this life change can help create a smoother transition when moving your aging parent to an assisted living facility or nursing home. When

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What is Adaptive Equipment? A Comprehensive Guide

As the saying goes, aging is filled with both beauty and challenges. While our minds may feel young and spry, the same can’t always be said of our bodies. Although slowing down physically can usher in a new stage of life, adaptive equipment and assistive

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How to Get Orthotics Covered by Insurance in 5 Steps

Orthotics are customized and designed to support, align, or correct various feet, ankle and lower limbs issues. Foot orthotics are commonly used to alleviate pain, enhance stability, and improve overall foot function. There are different types of orthotics, and they can be prescribed by healthcare

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How to Keep Elderly Warm With Adaptive Clothing

Wintertime can be challenging for the elderly population. As we age, our metabolic system slows, as does our circulation. This leads to less blood flow moving throughout our bodies and inevitably our extremities — such as hands and feet, arms and legs — feel colder

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How to Measure Shoe Size and Width at Home

Online shopping is incredibly convenient and makes it easy to get exactly what you want delivered straight to your home. However, it can be difficult to shop online for clothing and shoes. Sizing charts aren’t standardized, and you simply won’t know for sure how something

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