PHYSICAL HEALTH

Like other mind-body practices, qigong offers a long list of potential physiological benefits.

Pilates is great for the whole body health: A workout for the mind, body and spirit. No matter what your age, size, fitness or workout goal. All you need is yoga mat if you are a beginner, try these 10 minutes PIck Your Spot Pilates.

After ten sessions, you will feel the difference. After twenty sessions you can see the difference. After 30 sessions, other will see the difference!!

Once you get comfortable with the mat pilates, try a Pilates Reformer class. Most studios have free intro classes.

Nothing better than a good night’s sleep after spending a day in the sun absorbing Vitamin D, mother nature’s best medicine.

Staying Active doesn’t always mean physical exercise.

Gardening is an integral part of life in blue zones regions worldwide, where home and community gardens provide a sustainable and inexpensive source of fresh food and good nutrition. 

Moreover, the activity of gardening has been shown to boost mood as much as exercise, according to a 2020 study of 370 people in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.


Aches and Pain

““Life’s tragedy is that we get too old soon and wise too late.” – ”
— Benjamin Franklin

After great day of gardening or any other activities. Take the time to rest, read a good book and let your mind and body rest.

Older people are prone to developing age-related diseases that limit their physical capabilities and cause poor circulation. Geriatric massage can help some people regain certain physical functions and mobility. Additionally, many seniors are lonely, anxious, or depressed, and geriatric massage can provide comfort to touch-deprived elderly clients and improve their quality of life. Other benefits of geriatric massage include:

KNOW YOUR OPTIONS FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT WITHOUT OPIODS

DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF PAIN YOU ARE EXPERIENCING, THESE OPTIONS INCLUDE:

  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (Advil®)

  • Topical Ointments (for example lidocaine)

  • Exercise therapy, including physical therapy

  • Interventional therapies (injections)

  • Exercise and weight loss

  • Medications for depression or for seizures– some anti-depressants and anti-seizure medications have been shown to relieve chronic pain

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy – a psychological, goal-directed approach in which patients learn how to alter physical, behavioral, and emotional responses to pain and stress

  • Other therapies such as acupuncture and massage

    SOURCE: https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/featured-topics/pain-management.html