Dizziness is common in older adults and has links to a higher risk of falls, disability, and an overall decline in health. It can have different causes, requiring a diagnosis to find the right ...
Dizziness is not usually serious, but for older adults, it can increase the risk of falling. Vertigo, inner ear disturbances, and new medications are a few potential causes. Everyone has felt dizzy at ...
Every year, 3 million seniors are treated in the emergency room for fall injuries. And, falling once doubles someone’s chances of falling again.
A degree of dizziness is natural, but it's important to pay attention to how long, and how intense, your dizzy spells are.
Dizziness means different things to different people. Dr. Joseph Corey, an expert in neurology at Trinity Health, breaks down the causes of dizziness, and how it happens. Disclaimer: This is sponsored ...
Seniors tend to have a lower tolerance, slower metabolism, and a higher risk of interactions with medications. Drinking the ...
Fall-related injuries are common among senior citizens—but they don't have to be. Though an older adult visits an emergency facility in the U.S. every 11 seconds to be treated for these injuries, ...
Back pain and dizziness can sometimes co-occur. The cause is usually temporary, and the symptoms resolve without treatment. Other times, the cause may be chronic and require long-term management. Back ...
Accidental falls are a leading cause of injury or even fatality for seniors. Here’s how to take preventative action. Senior man lying on the floor with walker after having fallen. Fall-related ...