5 Ways to Keep Seniors Active

As your loved one ages, it can become difficult for them to remain active. Many seniors suffer from health issues that can make mobility a challenge, often resulting in feelings of depression or hopelessness. The good news is, with the help of mobility aids, more seniors are reaping the many benefits of staying active longer.

 

5 Ways To Keep Seniors Active

Staying active doesn't have to mean running a marathon or working a full-time job; there are many low-impact activities available for seniors that can help them stay healthy and moving.

 

1. Walking

Walking is one of the best exercises for people of all ages, but it can be especially beneficial for seniors. Walking helps strengthen the muscles, maintain weight, reduce the risk of chronic health conditions like heart disease and diabetes, and strengthen bones. To reap these incredible benefits, seniors don't have to settle for walking on a treadmill (unless they enjoy it.) There are many activities that get seniors up and walking without feeling like exercise. Why not take a stroll through a botanical garden, window shop on the high street, or visit a museum.

 

2. Limber Up With Yoga

Yoga is an excellent way for seniors to stay active, increase flexibility, and mitigate muscle loss without strenuous motions. Depending on their mobility, options like chair yoga don't require standing but still provide many health benefits. Although yoga isn't a high-impact exercise, it still packs a powerful punch when it comes to health benefits. For instance, yoga can reduce arthritis pain, improve breathing and circulation, increase flexibility, decrease stress and depression, and improve muscle mass.

 

3. Park Farther Away

Parking the car near the far end of the parking lot is a simple way for seniors to increase the number of steps they take in a day. Although it may seem minimal, the additional movement adds up over time and can provide a significant payoff in the future. According to a study performed by the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, seniors should take between 2,000 to 9,000 steps daily for optimal health benefits, and parking a farther distance from the store is a great way to help meet that goal.

 

4. Meet Up With Friends

We all benefit from social interactions, and seniors are no different. Getting together with friends is an excellent way to stay active and increase their mental and physical well-being. Whether meeting for lunch, playing cards, or seeing a show, meeting with friends is good for the body and soul!

 

5. Try Home Exercise

From the comfort of their own home, a few low-impact exercises can help flexibility, circulation, and tone muscles. The SkiL Care™ Ex Box uses exercise handles to allow seniors to build arm-leg coordination and strengthen muscles. The system can be used with any fixed position chair or in a locked wheelchair. The McKesson Exercise Peddler is another great home exercise tool for seniors. Users can pedal while sitting on a couch, chair, bed, or another convenient position and location at a safe, comfortable pace.

 

If your loved one struggles to stay active due to mobility, they don't have to settle for a sedentary lifestyle. With the help of a mobility aid, they can rediscover all the fun life has to offer and get back to doing the activities they once loved!

 

How Mobility Aids Open The World For Seniors

There are many different types of mobility aids available to seniors that allow them to regain their freedom and remain active. These aids help seniors maintain their balance, elongate their gait, improve endurance, and increase confidence, so they can get back to doing the things they love! Equipment like canes, walkers, and power wheelchairs reopen doors previously closed, providing the opportunity to participate in fun and exciting activities once again. Thanks to advancements in design and technology, these aids are lighter, thinner, and stronger than ever before, so you and your loved one can have peace of mind knowing they have the assistance they need to help avoid falls and injury.

 

Choosing The Right Mobility Aid For Your Loved One

When it comes to selecting the right mobility aid for your loved ones, you want to ensure they receive the correct option for their condition. Always consult with their doctor to be sure they have the best fit for their needs. Depending on their needs, you want to find equipment that is comfortable and is properly fitted to their height for ideal protection and assistance. For help choosing the right mobility aid, turn to Adroit Medical Equipment. At Adroit Medical Equipment, we take pride in providing our customers with superior service that goes above and beyond. We offer a wide range of high-quality mobility aids that help seniors get the most out of life and live it to the fullest. For first-time mobility aid users needing a cane, we recommend beginning with the McKesson T Handle Foldable Cane or the Flex N Go Folding Cane by Drive Medical. If a walker is needed, we recommend the McKesson Walker or Drive™ 4 Wheel Rollator. If a senior is ready for a power wheelchair, try the Literider Envy Power Chair or the Golden Compass Sport Power Chair. These are all terrific starter aids to allow a senior to begin their mobility journey.

 

Our comprehensive services include:

 

New Equipment Set-Up

At Adroit, we understand how overwhelming setting up equipment can be, which is why we offer our customers a new equipment set-up service. We will gladly unpack, assemble, and train customers purchasing this service on the correct use of their new medical equipment, so they can have complete peace of mind and begin using it immediately. From high-end medical equipment like hospital beds and patient lifts to assistive devices, there's no equipment too large or small for our qualified service team to assemble!

 

Moving Assistance

If you're loved one is planning a move, Adroit Medical Equipment can assist in the safe moving of their assistive devices and medical equipment. You don't have to risk damage by movers without the experience to properly dismantle and reassemble your medical equipment; with Adroit, we have you covered!

 

Now your loved ones can enjoy their golden years to the fullest, maintaining their freedom and mobility with the quality assistive devices Adroit Medical Equipment offers. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is eager to provide you with unmatched service with a smile! Visit us today and experience why so many customers turn to Adroit Medical Equipment for all their mobility needs.