Chronic knee pain, hip pain, and back pain affect more than half of adults over 65. Learn why standard painkillers are risky for seniors, and discover geriatrician-led non-opioid approaches that keep elderly patients active and independent.
Category Archives: Geriatric Health
Depression in Nursing Home Residents: Signs, Causes, and Treatment Options
Depression affects more than 25% of nursing home residents but is often missed because it looks different in elderly patients. Learn the warning signs, why standard treatment approaches need modification for seniors, and how geriatrician-led behavioral health care can help.
Managing High Blood Pressure in Elderly Patients: What Families Need to Know
High blood pressure management in seniors requires a different approach than younger adults. Learn why aggressive treatment can be dangerous, how geriatricians set safe blood pressure targets, and what the CMS ACCESS Model means for hypertension care in elderly patients.