If you have aches and pains throughout your body and nothing has been helpful in relieving the pain, it might be beneficial to turn toward hydrotherapy. Whether you’re experiencing fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) or another form of body pain, low-impact exercise might be helpful.

The way we live in our homes today, and how aging well has become so important that builders, renovators and homeowners are starting to pay more attention to creating an accessible and universal design plan for today’s generations. Products, design details and materials now reflect todays needs in meeting accessibility requirements of older adults and those with mobility challenges, and no longer look institutional.

When you combine slippery tile or laminate flooring with running water, soap, confined spaces, and lots of dangerous corners, it should come as no surprise that according to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CHI), every day last year, almost 1800 over the age of 15 reported Emergency Room visits, and 417 hospital admissions due to falls.

A strategy of reducing the incidence of falls, and enabling individuals to remain independent in their home or place of residence; American Standard Walk-in Tubs Canada works with families, caregivers and health professionals in providing suitable, safe, and accessible bathing solutions.

We all have New Year’s Resolutions and if one of yours is to incorporate more exercise into your routine, these workouts for seniors can help! There’s no reason to make excuses because in as little as 15 minutes, you can get moving and enjoy the  many benefits of exercise . Let’s look at some safe, effective 15-minute workouts for seniors! A Walk Outside (or on the Treadmill) The easiest (and most affordable) way to get moving is just to take a walk outside. Or, if the weathe

As you get older, taking care of your body is even more important. Stretching is a great way to alleviate tension and pain in your lower back, strengthen your core and back muscles, and maintain your agility. Let’s look at some of the best lower-back stretches based on yoga poses to include in a daily routine. As always, check with your doctor before starting a new exercise routine, and stop a stretch if you ever feel uncomfortable. 1.Child’s Pose Level: Easy Child’s pose is

Spring is the perfect time to deep clean your bathroom and get a fresh start for the new season. If you’re like 42 percent of people, you might dread spring cleaning.  While it may not be enjoyable, 94 percent of Canadians feel a strong sense of accomplishment once it’s completed. Bathrooms rank as the highest cleaning priority (including scrubbing grout & tiles), followed by decluttering, scrubbing large kitchen appliances, and washing windows.  -Ipsos Survey 2022 With the

Do you ever wonder why people enjoying a good bubble bath take so long in the bathtub?  Not only is it soothing and calming, but it’s actually good for you. Of course, baths take longer than showers so it might not be as convenient, but the benefits of a bath far outweigh that of a shower. Ileana Poules-Brunet agrees, and has written several lifestyle articles about it.  However, American Standard has been in the bathroom business for almost 150 years, so we know a thing or