Samsung's SmartThings update uses robot vacuums, appliances, and wearables to monitor elderly relatives, detect falls and ...

At around nine o’clock in the morning on the 18th floor of the Northwestern Memorial Hospital Arkes Pavilion, a study ...

Using Health and Retirement Study data, 31.9% show cognitive gains, and 28% improve gait speed over follow-up — findings that ...

Introduction Physical activity (PA) is crucial for older adults’ well-being and mitigating health risks. Encouraging active lifestyles requires a deeper understanding of the factors influencing PA, ...

Aging at home has long been a personal preference for many. Being able to stay in familiar surroundings, maintain independence, and avoid institutional care can be a priority. But today, aging in ...

The Heel2Toe™ device, developed by PhysioBiometrics, clips to the side of a shoe and gives auditory feedback to encourage better walking. (CNW Group/AGE-WELL) PhysioBiometrics Inc. has launched ...

Adopting and maintaining healthy habits can enhance the quality of life for adults over the age of 65. You can make routine changes — both big and small — that can significantly affect how you feel ...

If you’re dealing with knee pain that just won’t quit, you could have something called osteoarthritis, a painful disease where the cartilage that cushions your joints is worn down. While treatments ...

A New York City councilmember wants to protect information about the way you walk — the same way the city guards information about tax records and your fingerprints. That’s because gait recognition, ...

Gait training is a form of physical therapy that helps improve a person’s walking ability. It may involve exercises for balance, strength, and coordination. It may also be helpful for older adults who ...