Arthritis pain is a prevalent condition that manifests as we age. Shockingly, around half of the population over 65 will develop some form of arthritis. At Bradenton Pain & Wellness Center, we encounter this condition regularly. According to the esteemed Center for Disease Control (CDC), one in four individuals will experience hip arthritis in their…
Think osteoporosis only affects older women? You would be wrong. While the disease does affect women primarily, men are also susceptible. Let’s first understand osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is Latin for “porous bone.” In healthy bones, there are small sponge-like spaces; osteoporosis causes the size of these spaces to increase, making the bones weak, delicate, and brittle.…
It’s commonly known that exercise is vital for everyone, regardless of age. When it comes to Baby Boomers, the importance of staying active and exercising is often underestimated. In reality, there are many good reasons why exercise is vital for seniors and Baby Boomers. Here are just a few: Exercise can help prevent obesity, heart…
The pain of arthritis affects more than 50 million adults in the United States and 350 million worldwide and is the leading cause of disability. While there is no cure for arthritis, treatments and lifestyle changes can help ease symptoms and improve quality of life. According to the Mayo Clinic, arthritis is a term often…
Osteoporosis is often thought to be a condition found only in women; however, men are also victims of this condition. Worldwide there are 200 million people estimated with this ailment and approximately 54 million of them are in the United States. Women are four times more likely to develop osteoporosis than men. Over the age…
Yes, you read that right … if you are a woman over 50 years of age, your chances of osteoporosis are high at 1 in 3. Men can become afflicted by it as well with 1 in 5 expected to develop osteoporosis. Osteoporosis indicates a progressive weakening of the bones and unfortunately, can result in…
Ladies, do you ever wonder if your spine and joint conditions differ from men? The answer is a resounding YES. Absolutely. While men and women are both prone to orthopedic and musculoskeletal challenges, women are at higher risk for some conditions. How does gender affect orthopedic injuries and conditions? Let’s take a look at some…
Not all fitness routines are done in a gym or with sports equipment. And to some, exercise is a boring but necessary chore. Dancing, however, is becoming more and more popular as not only a fun activity, it has multiple health benefits. And just because we’re in a pandemic and distancing, doesn’t mean we can’t…