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How seniors can stay steady and prevent falls, according to a physical therapist

Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65+. Learn balance tips, exercises, and when to seek physical therapy to ...

Tai chi as good as talking therapy for managing chronic insomnia, finds study

Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for ...

Want a good night’s sleep? Tai chi as effective as talk therapy, new study shows

The mind-body exercise practised in China is just as good as talk therapy to boost sleep, according to a new study. View on ...
Nevada Appeal

PEAK NV: Balance and physical therapy: Falls represent the most common cause of injury in older adults

“The balance system is comprised of three essential components: the Proprioceptive system, the visual system, and the vestibular system.” Aging comes with a lot of changes to our body, mind and soul.

The exercise class which is as good as therapy in helping insomnia

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is the preferred treatment for chronic insomnia, because it can help manage stress and ...
Everyday Health

The 5 Best Seated Exercises for Older Adults

On-your-feet workouts can be great, but what if you want to sit and still reap the benefits of strength training? Seated exercises — while they’re good for sneaking in more activity, regardless of age ...
Healthline

A Guide to Starting Therapy Later in Life

Midlife and later life may bring both loss and liberation, but you don’t have to manage these seismic shifts on your own. A therapist can help you adjust in healthy ways. Share on Pinterest ...
Medscape

Trauma-Based Therapy Aids Older Adults With PTSD

A systematic review of 10 randomised controlled trials (RCTs) found that trauma-based psychological treatments were superior to usual care in reducing depressive symptoms in older adults with ...