The Special Needs of the Elderly

Every person should be focused on holistic wellness, meaning taking care of the body and the spirit as a whole. When you’re young, however, you can often get away with not looking after your health the way that you should. In old age though, it’s a different game entirely. When it comes to health and the elderly, holistic wellness is extremely important. Often, once an elderly person develops one health issue, he or she will quickly develop another and another, with his or her health quickly taking a downward spiral. While elderly people face the usual health risks that everyone has to worry about, there are some conditions they should be particularly concerned about and vigilant against.

Heart conditions are a major issue for the elderly. Most people think of heart disease when they hear the term “heart conditions,” but there are actually many conditions and illnesses that can have a negative impact on the heart. These include high blood pressure, vascular disease, congestive heart failure, and coronary artery disease. Then, of course, you have cognitive disorders, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Other issues which are of  particular concern for the elderly include depression, bladder problems or incontinence, osteoporosis, arthritis, late onset diabetes, injuries related to falls, Parkinson’s disease, certain types of cancer, and problems with vision.

Good health and the elderly might not seem like they go hand in hand, especially judging from this list, but they can, if the person is willing to take steps to stay healthy. This means eating a balanced diet, exercising, and visiting a healthcare practioner regularly. It also means using natural health products, such as those available through My Remedy Shop.