{"id":425,"date":"2015-08-06T23:07:40","date_gmt":"2015-08-07T03:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/activeseniorsdigest.ca\/wp_activeseniorsdigest\/?p=425"},"modified":"2015-08-06T23:07:40","modified_gmt":"2015-08-07T03:07:40","slug":"optimal-aging-combat-the-signs-of-frailty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/activeseniorsdigest.ca\/wp_activeseniorsdigest\/?p=425","title":{"rendered":"Optimal aging: Combat the signs of frailty"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Aging:<\/a>
Seniors who become frail are at greater risk of falling, getting hurt, becoming disabled, and being hospitalized.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As we age, we begin to lose a lot of what we took for granted when we were younger, such as strength, speed, endurance, balance, and flexibility.<\/p>\n

Seniors who become frail are at greater risk of falling, getting hurt, becoming disabled, and being hospitalized. For seniors and their families, symptoms of frailty seriously detract from a good quality of life and enjoyment of those \u201cgolden years.\u201d<\/p>\n

Frailty, however, is different from simply \u2018growing old\u2019, since some individuals live to an old age without becoming frail.\u00a0 The term \u201cfrail\u201d generally refers to \u201colder adults or aged individuals who are lacking in general strength and are unusually susceptible to disease or to other infirmity\u201d.<\/p>\n

What can be done to combat the signs of frailty?<\/p>\n

Research evidence, summarized on the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal, has shown that certain interventions may prevent or delay frailty, and perhaps even treat it once it has occurred. These interventions include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Exercise – muscle strengthening and aerobic exercises. Walking is a popular, accessible and low-risk physical exercise that can contribute to improved health.<\/p>\n

Tai Chi is practiced worldwide and is an appropriate physical activity for older adults due to the low risk of injury.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Proper management of multiple medications. Adults are advised to regularly review their medications with their family doctor. Certain drugs, such as those for sleeping problems, depression and anxiety, increase the risk for falls and confusion, particularly in older adults who are already prone to falls and cognitive issues. Reducing or stopping these medications can help decrease risks and improve mental function.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Improved diet – added protein and calories. Adults should be sure to follow a healthy diet, with guidance from their doctor or dietitian.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Early detection of chronic disease. Early intervention and better management of chronic disease can help prevent or delay frailty.<\/p>\n

Take action now to prevent, delay or perhaps even treat frailty.<\/p>\n

For more information about healthy aging that you can trust visit www.mcmasteroptimalaging.org.<\/p>\n

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