Helen Coons, a resident of CentraState’s Applewood senior living community, never gets tired of hearing children call her “Miss Helen.” A former school librarian and administrator, Helen (pictured second from right), 88, has been volunteering at the Freehold Learning Center for the last two years through Applewood’s Tools 4 [...]
Annemarie Duncan always led an active lifestyle, from golfing and gardening to joining her grandchildren on the trampoline. But more recently, severe back pain related to double scoliosis, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and bulging disks put many of her activities on hold. Last year, the 68-year-old Freehold resident traveled to [...]
The most important aspect of surgery isn’t what’s new, but what’s best for the patient, particularly when it comes to joint replacement surgery. While robotic techniques are emerging, research and experience has shown that minimally invasive surgery delivers the same or better outcomes at a lower cost. For example, [...]
As a longtime player and manager in the Monmouth county senior softball league, Emil “coach” Jennette is always evaluating his teammates and opponents. He recalls a game when he closely studied outfielder Bobby Duncan as he ran the bases during a game. “I was watching how he performed, and [...]
A balanced exercise program can help keep you fit, strong, flexible and trim, all of which support healthy joints. 1. Flexibility Training Improves range of motion and relieves stiffness. Try yoga, Pilates, tai chi or qigong. 2. Low-Impact Aerobic Exercise Boosts endurance and helps with weight management. Walking, swimming, [...]
1. Maintain a Healthy Weight Losing even a few pounds can help relieve excess stress on joints and muscles. 2. Master the Mediterranean Diet Colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, and moderate amounts of nuts, olive oil and fish help reduce inflammation and control weight. 3. Move More [...]
Osteoarthritis and wear-and-tear arthritis are the most common causes of knee pain. Here are 5 ways to relieve the creaking and ease the discomfort: 1. Anti-Inflammatory Medications Over-the-counter aspirin or ibuprofen work well. 2. RICE Therapy Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation help lessen the swelling and pain. 3. Physical [...]
The Mediterranean Diet abounds with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and olive oil. It also features moderate portions of fish, poultry—and even a little red wine! These fresh, flavorful foods contain numerous nutrients, powerful antioxidants and healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which can help you: Curb inflammation and relieve [...]
By Zeeshan Khan, MD When I decided to dedicate my professional practice to the field of geriatrics, I never imagined I someday would be helping to start up the new ACE unit at CentraState Medical Center. ACE stands for acute care for elders, which is a model [...]
By Fiola Sowemimo, MD Depending on your age and activity level, the body needs different nutrients during different cycles of life in order to do its job. Whether you’re preparing meals for young children or a more seasoned adult eating for health and disease prevention, nutrition contributes a [...]
