What if playing a musical instrument could help your sleep apnea? A 2005 study from the University of Zurich, which was published in The British Medical Journal, found that playing the didgeridoo may actually be an effective sleep apnea treatment. What is a Didgeridoo? Before we talk about the study and its results, let’s talk…
If you have balance issues, you know how easy it is to slip and fall. A simple fall for some seniors can be deadly. After a fall there is concern of: Anxiety Fear Loss of mobility Broken bones What’s the best cane for balance problems? You’ll find two main types of canes on the market:…
Knee walkers are a fun alternative to crutches – especially for kids. Instead of having to hop around on one foot, kids can glide up and down the hallways at school or in the house. While they probably shouldn’t, children also love racing other kids around on their scooters. If your child is recovering from…
Many seniors assume that they’ll have all of the energy in the world when they retire, the feeling of low energy is very common among seniors. Sometimes, that low energy feeling can leave us not wanting to leave the couch. Energy levels naturally start to decline as we age, but there are things we can…
If you have shortness of breath or a lung or heart condition, your doctor may recommend using a pulse oximeter. If you’ve never used one of these devices before, you may be wondering what they are and how they work. What is Pulse Oximetry? Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive test that measures your body’s oxygen…