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Topic- Physical wellness
The silent killer: working with clients with hypertension by Jenifer Milner
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, more than one in two adults ages 60 and above has hypertension, a disorder more commonly known as high blood pressure (Burt et al, 1995). The prevalence of hypertension also rises with age, so that 75% of women and 64% of men aged 75 years and above live with the condition. Furthermore, a 2002 study based on data from the Framingham Heart Study suggests that midlife and older adults face a 90% risk of developing hypertension during their remaining years (Vasan et al, 2002).
The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) describes blood pressure as simply
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Aquatic exercise and arthritis by Shirley Archer, J.D., M.A., C.M.T.
Arthritis, which means literally 'joint inflammation,' is among the most prevalent diseases in the United States today. In 2002, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new statistics to show that arthritis and chronic joint symptoms, an indicator for arthritis and rheumatoid conditions, affect 70 million Americans, or one in three adults. The disease is also the leading cause of disability in the nation today, limiting the daily activities of millions of people.
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The aging foot
Older adults have a lot to think about when it comes to being active or staying free of injuries, including their feet. That's because we experience many more issues with our feet as we age. For active seniors, footwear becomes a key consideration. To learn more on this topic, the Journal on Active Aging recently consulted three authorities in this field.
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The competitive spirit by Gwen Hyatt
Many new opportunities exist for adults aged 50 and above to put on their training shoes and enter the athletic arenas traditionally dominated by younger age groups. The Senior Olympics, Masters-level competition, AARP TriUmph! Classic swim/bike/run event and a plethora of charity-sponsored activities draw an increasing number of older athletes.
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Meditation in motion by Jim Concotelli
If you go for an early morning stroll in China, you will see elders moving slowly and quietly, performing dance-like movements, in parks and other spaces. Emanating the energy and vitality of youth, they bend and flex their bodies with apparent ease, as they calmly practice tai chi- the art often referred to as meditation in motion.
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