Why Older Skin Bruises Easily

We all experience it, especially as we grow older. Perhaps while cleaning, we run into the edge of the coffee table, never giving it a second thought. But by the next day, a blotch of purple hues has spread across the wounded area. How could such an awful bruise result from such a minor accident? […]
Making Healthier Feet for Seniors a Priority

It is difficult to put your best foot forward when pain wracks each step. Foot problems are common when we grow older, which is understandable; there are so many intricate bones that carry our bodies’ weight. In addition to that, because they are far away from the heart, our feet might not be getting as much […]
Guidelines for Healthy Senior Skin

When we get older, skin changes are normal. Our skin becomes thinner and drier, may develop wrinkles, creases, and age spots, and bruises more easily. However, just a little extra TLC for senior skin can make a difference towards keeping it more radiant and healthy. Try these suggestions from the aging care professionals at Morning […]