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Third age

By Senior Neo
Water on the knee and Fluid on the Knee: what to do?

Water on the knee and Fluid on the Knee: what to do?

General, Health, Physical Activity, Recreation, Third age, Well-being
Primarily, knee water occurs when fluid builds up in or around the knee joint. In this sense, this condition may be referred to by your doctor as a knee effusion. Trauma, overuse injuries, an underlying disease, or a condition can cause a swollen knee. Soon, you may be asked to test a sample of the fluid for infection, disease, or blood from an injury to determine the cause of the swelling. Then, removing some of the fluid may help relieve the pain and stiffness caused by the swelling. Soon, Treatment can begin as soon as the cause is identified. What…
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By Senior Neo
Pain and Joint Stiffness: How to Treat Them

Pain and Joint Stiffness: How to Treat Them

Health, Physical Activity, Third age, Well-being
Beginning at age 50, the body, which until then was flexible and agile thanks to the hundreds of joints in it, becomes less mobile with aging and joint stiffness. Joint pain and joint stiffness may appear. One in every two elderly Brazilians would be affected by these physical problems. What are the causes of joint stiffness? How to relieve them? pain and joint stiffness Causes of pain and joint stiffness Joint pain and stiffness felt in the knees, wrists, neck, etc., appear more frequently with age, although these symptoms, usually grouped as rheumatism, can, however, occur at any age and…
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By Senior Neo
Nurturing Individuality: Enhancing Family Ties Through Respectful Engagement

Nurturing Individuality: Enhancing Family Ties Through Respectful Engagement

Family, Third age, Well-being
In the context of family relationships, it is crucial to value and respect the individuality of each member, particularly when it comes to the elderly. As we age, maintaining autonomy and a sense of personal identity becomes increasingly important. Respecting the individuality of the elderly not only honors their life experiences and accumulated wisdom but also strengthens family bonds and contributes to their emotional well-being and quality of life. By recognizing and honoring the preferences, opinions, and autonomy of the elderly, we create space for them to feel valued, respected, and heard. This is especially relevant in a society that…
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By Matheus Dutra
Seniors Night: Sexuality in the elderly

Seniors Night: Sexuality in the elderly

Third age
Talking about sex in old age or Seniors Night is still a taboo and a reason for shame for many. However, seniors can have an active and healthy sex life, and this is even highly recommended: researchers from the Federal University of Piauí point out that sex has several benefits for the elderly, especially for self-esteem. The taboos and shame that surround this subject prevent many older people from exploring their sexuality and enjoying the benefits of an active sex life. Today, we're going to talk a bit more about these taboos and what you can do to overcome the…
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