Osteopathy for the elderly

Healthy ageing

Sadly, we all end up with grey hairs and a few wrinkles. As we get older, it is normal for our muscles, bones, joints and associated tissues to change as we age. It is not a given that getting older will lead to an increase in pain or stiffness. However, if this does become a problem, people often find that treatment and advice from an osteopath can help with any GP care and pharmaceutical products that may have been prescribed. 

If you start to have any problems with pain or stiffness, we can work with you to keep you healthier, ensuring you continue to enjoy your lifestyle as you get older. 
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Advice as you get older

Here are some healthy tips to keep you active and ensure you able to maintain your lifestyle as you get older and those few aches and pains start to appear:

 

  • Just over two hours of exercise per week, in blocks of ten minutes or more (enough to increase your body temperature and breathe a little harder, whilst still being able to have a conversation) can help reduce the risk of circulation problems and falls. It can also help to improve your mood and levels of confidence. This might include activities such as dancing or brisk walking.
  • The obvious one - Ensure you are eating a healthy, balanced diet.
  • Drink 2 litres of water a day.
  • Trying some balance exercises twice a week (for example, Yoga) as you get older to help reduce the risk of falling, particularly if you are over the age of 65. Try to include exercises focusing on arms, legs and body.
  • The use of trainers or similar footwear can help absorb shocks and take the pressure off your knees, hips and spine when walking for longer periods.
  • A short rest can help recover energy for the remainder of the day’s activities.

 

"Professional treatment once again. Angela and her team are the only Osteopaths that I trust. Well worth the travel down from Merthyr. Thanks for putting me right for the umpteenth time."


A. Lloyd, Merthyr

How can your Osteopath help?

You don’t have to put up with aches and pains simply because you are getting older. In fact, many people find it helpful to talk to us about ways of keeping active, preventing common problems such as falls and managing conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatic pain and osteoporosis. Osteopathic care is based on the individual needs of the patient and so varies depending on your age, fitness levels and diagnosis. We use a wide range of gentle hands on techniques that focus on releasing tension, stretching muscles and mobilising joints.