Ageing is an undeniable truth and is not under one’s control. As one age, the effect is seen on the body in the form of wrinkles, grey hair and several changes to bones, muscles and joints. Though greying of hair and wrinkles are inevitable the latter – changes to bones, muscles and joints can be easily minimised or avoided if one ages healthily.
Ageing is an undeniable truth and is not under one’s control. As one age, the effect is seen on the body in the form of wrinkles, grey hair and several changes to bones, muscles and joints. Though greying of hair and wrinkles are inevitable the latter – changes to bones, muscles and joints can be easily minimised or avoided if one ages healthily. If you suspect that you have any joint and bone related condition, make sure to Book an Appointment with the best and highly experienced Orthopaedist at the RBH Jaipur.
Healthy ageing implies a condition where the age of the person does not negatively harm the bones, muscles and joints. With age, a person tends to lose effective bone mass, and bone density and tends to experience weakness or pain in joints and muscles, ultimately hampering mobility.
In severe cases, this can even impact normal functioning such as sitting, walking, lying down, etc. The impact of ageing on joints and bones can easily be avoided since these are a result of multiple factors associated with inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle.
Also, cartilage, the binding force of joints and bones, the smooth tissue cushioning the joints and the natural shock absorbers – tend to deteriorate with age, which causes soreness or aching. The pain and discomfort can be minimised provided one aims for healthy ageing.
Keeping your bones and joints healthy as you age is crucial to being independent and active. You can lower your risk of injury and arthritis by preserving bone density and joint function. Incorporate the following tips to preserve your joints and bones as you age:
Quitting smoking and tobacco since it can cause osteoporosis
Limiting alcohol intake as it increases the risk of bone loss
Promote better balance to avoid falls
Eliminating sedentary lifestyle
Managing stress
Overall, it is possible to slow down, minimise, as well as in the best scenario also eliminate the impact of ageing on the joints and bones – by following these simple measures.
Additionally, it is important to get frequent health check-ups done, which should include bone density tests, muscle mass index, etc. These tests provide a clear picture of bone and joint health, to which improvements can be made.
Joint and bone issues become more common as you age. They can reduce mobility and affect your quality of life. Here are some major joint and bone problems that occur with ageing:
Eat a diet high in calcium and vitamin D, do regular exercise, abstain from smoking, and limit alcohol use to maintain bone health.
A specialist will calculate bone age by comparing the patient's bone development to age-appropriate standards utilising an X-ray of the hand and wrist.
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