| At Golden Wellness, we design our products and services using the expertise of trainers, physical therapists and doctors. We also stay current on industry-leading research in the fields of fitness, rehabilitation and active aging. Below are industry articles that we have found to be useful and that may also be of interest to you. |
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| Topic: Wellness Program Participation |
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| Title: "Successful Aging. Functional Outcomes Lead Toward Higher Quality of Life" |
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Overview: This article focuses on the physical component of health and well-being. The graphs presented clearly show that regardless of age, older adults have the capacity to tap into their potential and enhance their functional ability. Source: AGE Dynamics, Inc. Wellness Journal. Volume 8, Issue 6, fall 2006.
http://www.agedynamics.com/images/ADI2006FallWellness.pdf |
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| Topic: Benefits of Physical Activity for Older Adults |
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| Title: "Physical Activity and Older Americans: Benefits and Strategies" |
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Overview: This report describes the importance of physical activity, the prevalence and costs of inactivity, and the health benefits of regular activity; it also recommends levels of physical activity in older adults. Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the Centers for Disease Control. June 2002.
http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/activity.htm |
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| Topic: Senior Falls |
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| Title: "Costs of Falls Among Older Adults" |
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Overview: In 2000, the total direct cost of all fall injuries for people 65 and older exceeded $19 billion.The financial toll for older adult falls is expected to increase as the population ages, and may reach $54.9 billion by 2020. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention. Updated August 2008.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/factsheets/fallcost.htm |
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| Title: "Hip Fractures Among Older Adults" |
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Overview: More than 90% of hip fractures among adults ages 65 and older are caused by falls. These injuries can cause severe health problems and lead to reduced quality of life and premature death. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention. Updated June 2008.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/factsheets/adulthipfx.htm |
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| Title: "Preventing Falls Among Older Adults" |
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Overview: Although one in three older adults falls each year in the United States, falls are not an inevitable part of aging. There are proven strategies that can reduce falls and help older adults live better and longer. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention. Updated November 2008.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/factsheets/adulthipfx.htm |
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| Topic: Senior Fitness Programs |
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| Title: "Senior Fitness and Sports" |
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Overview: Regular exercise will help protect seniors from chronic disease, improve mood and lower the chances of injury. The older one is, the more he or she has to gain from exercise. Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
http://www.helpguide.org/life/senior_fitness_sports.htm |
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| Title: "Fitness Programs for Seniors" |
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Overview: Participating in a fitness program for seniors can help many seniors manage aspects of their health without medication or constant visits to the doctor's office. Source: Mike McGee, Associated Content. July 1, 2006.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/40357/fitness_programs_for_seniors.html |
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| Title: "How Much Physical Activity Do Older Adults Need?" |
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Overview: Guidelines for physical activity for individuals 65 years of age or older, who are generally fit, with no limiting health conditions. Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health. Updated November 2008.
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/olderadults.html |
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| Topic: Nursing Home Statistics |
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| Title: "Nursing Home Care" |
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Overview: Provided by the National Center for Health Statistics, this website provides statistical data about nursing home residents; nursing home beds, occupancy rates, and residents by geographic division and state; and facility characteristics. Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Updated March 2008.
http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/nursingh.htm |
