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AGE
APPROPRIATE
Find out what's "normal" about growing older-
and when it might be time to seek medical care
W
ith age comes wisdom, so it only makes sense
that we listen to messages our bodies send us.
Some changes that occur as we advance into
our retirement years are normal, but others
Q
What causes those general aches and
pains that come with getting older,
and is there a way to prevent them?
"As we age, the elasticity of our muscles,
tendons and ligaments decreases.
should raise a red flag. Make sure you know the
difference! Below, the medical staff at UM Baltimore Wash-
Cartilage wears down from years of use.
ington Adult and Senior Care answers some of the most
We become less flexible and, as a result,
common questions about aging and wellness.
repetitive motions that we're used to
Q
As we age, certain changes
are expected, like needing a
stronger eyeglasses prescription
or asking people to talk into
our "good ear." How can we tell
when a change is cause for more
serious concern?
"Two words: uncommon and unusual.
Keep those qualifiers in mind when
assessing age-related changes and
whether to be alarmed. If you're
doing, such as bending down or walking
up stairs, can cause injury and pain.
Ellen
Cassidy, MD
There's no way to rebuild cartilage, so
make sure your bones and joints are as
healthy as possible as you age. This can be
achieved through regular exercise, such as walking,
stretching and weight-bearing activities."
Q
As we get into our 60s and find our
memory isn't what it used to be,
is it normal, or should we suspect
something like Alzheimer's disease?
experiencing a sudden ache or pain that
as we age, and this isn't neces-
Bring this to your physician's attention
Josephine
Nwachukwu,
CRNP
"Memory can gradually worsen
you've never felt before, pay attention.
sarily a sign of dementia. Normal
along with any persistent pain that usual
memory loss may include walking
remedies, such as over-the-counter
into a room and forgetting why
medication or rest, aren't relieving."
you did so, or having a mental
block on a word. But if things that
used to be pretty easy to remember suddenly aren't so-such as
Mohit Negi, MD
GREAT CARE IS A CALL AWAY
your neighborhood, or people
UM Baltimore Washington Adult and Senior Care offers
compassionate primary care to adults 50 and older.
To make an appointment, call 410-553-8092.
doctor. Other warning signs of dementia include
you know and love-it's worth bringing up with your
poor judgment, such as not putting on a coat
when going out in the snow, or asking the same
question repeatedly without remembering it was
already answered."
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014
Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014
Contents
A Healthy Start
Age Appropriate
The Brain and Beyond
Your Point of View
Back on the Beat
At a Glance
News and Events
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