Pain doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. Rather than hearing, “My back hurts,” or “My knee is bothering me,” you may notice something entirely different. An older loved one may become unusually quiet, seem more irritable, lose interest in meals, or have greater difficulty participating in everyday activities. At first, it’s easy to assume these changes are simply part of aging or dementia. Read more
Living with chronic pain isn’t just about managing a medical condition. It’s also about managing the countless little things that happen between waking up in the morning and going to bed at night. Read more
Comprehensive care and understanding can alleviate chronic pain in older adults.
Imagine waking up every day to the persistence of relentless pain, feeling discomfort as you move to sit up and begin your day. Picture the struggle of performing simple tasks that exacerbate this pain, and the difficulty in finding restful sleep at night. This is the harsh reality for millions of individuals who live with chronic pain. In the United States alone, chronic pain affects approximately 50 million adults, with seniors being particularly vulnerable. It’s estimated that up to 85% of older adults endure some form of chronic pain, making it a widespread issue that significantly diminishes their quality of life. Read more
