Old Age Problems and Rejuvination

Aging is a natural occurrence and is seen as a typical, unavoidable,biological phenomenon.

GERONTOLOGY:

• The examination of physical and mental changes that come with old age is known as Gerontology.

CLINICAL GERONTOLOGY OR GERIATICS:

• The medical care for the elderly is referred to as geriatrics. There are many issues linked to the aging process.

OLD AGE HEALTH PROBLEMS:

1. Issues caused by the aging process:

Senile cataracts, glaucoma, nerve weakness, osteoporosis, emphysema, decline in special senses, and shifts in mental perspective.

2. Issues linked to long-term illnesses:

Certain chronic conditions are more prevalent in older individuals than in younger ones.

3. Degenerative diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels:

These typically appear after the age of 40.

There isn't one specific factor that can be pinpointed as the cause.

However, some contributing factors include diet, genetics, obesity, and emotional stress, among others.

4. Cancer

5. Accidents

6. Fractures in the neck of the femur are a frequent issue among the elderly.

7. Due to the loss of calcium, bones become more brittle.

8. Diabetes:

   75% of diabetes cases occur after the age of 50.

9. Disorders of the locomotor system:

 Gouty arthritis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.

10. Respiratory diseases:

 Chronic bronchitis, asthma, and emphysema.

11. Issues related to the genito-urinary system:

Enlargement of the prostate gland, along with frequent and urgent urination.

12. Psychological issues:

a) Mental changes:

▪ Memory impairment.

▪ Aversion to change.

▪ Rigid perspectives.

b) Emotional disorders:

▪ Emotional disorders arise from difficulties in social adjustment. 

They often struggle with feelings that can lead to depression. Therefore, it is essential to rejuvenate elderly individuals through physical, mental, and spiritual methods.

REJUVENATION THROUGH NATUROPATHY AND YOGA MANAGEMENT:

• Weight reduction.

• Lifestyle habit changes.

• Embracing a natural way of living.

Physical rejuvenation:

▪ This can be enhanced through hip baths, mid packs, cold abdomen packs, hydration, massages, fasting, and light exercises.

Fasting:

▪ A diet rich in fiber and nutritious foods.

▪ For example: light meals, raw foods, fruits, and sprouts that are high in vitamins and minerals.

Light exercise: physiotherapy to build muscle strength and improve mobility.

▪ Sunbathing.

▪ Spinal sprays.

▪ Spinal baths.

▪ Walking.

 Refreshing your mind:

a) Yoga: 

easy poses, gentle exercises, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods like DRT, QRT, and IRT.

b) Meditation: 

practicing OHM kara meditation.

c) Cultivating a positive mindset.

d) Psychic meditation.

e) PET (Pranic energizing technique).