Older men have higher rates of skull fractures than women
Mar 21, 2023
The findings were seen for emergency department visits for blunt head trauma, mostly due to falls.
Socks for seniors are getting smarter, could help prevent falls
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 16, 2023
Separate companies in the US and the UK recently announced product expansions for “smart” socks that are aimed at the senior market.
This gadget proves wearable robots are hippest solution for elderly fitness
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 18, 2024
Recent research on a “hip-assist” robotic device, which goes around a users’ waist, could help users improve stride and balance for fitness.
AAOS: Pickleball-related fractures up significantly in older adults
Feb 16, 2024
Fractures most commonly were seen in the upper extremity in women aged 65 years and older following a fall.
Carolina Meadows wins Gold for use of technology to reduce falls
By
Foster Stubbs
Nov 29, 2023
Carolina Meadows won Gold in the Building Bridges category of the Senior Living track of the 2023 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards.
Navigating the nexus of sleep, climate change and aging health
By
Amir Baniassadi, PhD
Nov 13, 2023
Understanding the intricate connection between sleep, the environment and the well-being of older adults has become a crucial focus as we explore the multifaceted dynamics of aging.