By: Dr. Beth Templin
Having the ability to kneel is a very important skill to maintain throughout your life. Often times, people think that it is "normal" to lose this ability as you age, but it it not. Kneeling is a vital skill to have as most people use it to get up and down from the floor successfully. People usually begin to struggle with kneeling due to pain, weakness, stiffness, or all of the above. 
By: Dr. Beth Templin
It may seem strange, but your hand strength is closely related to how long you will live. What is that? Grip strength is considered to be a "biomarker" for the aging population. Biomarkers provide the individual and their medical team with a measurable indication of overall health.  By: Dr. Beth Templin
Did you know that according to the Arthritis Foundation, Arthritis is the leading cause of disability among adults in the United States? With more than 54 million adults having a diagnosis of arthritis, it's not surprising to learn that it's one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. There are over 100 types of arthritis, but the most common form is osteoarthritis (OA).  By: Dr. Beth Templin
As I reflect on the Tai Chi training Kim and I completed, I couldn't be more excited to be offering the Tai Chi for Arthritis program at HouseFit. This program was developed by Dr. Paul Lam specifically for people with arthritis. |
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