"Lots of studies point to a longer lifespan for people who exercise regularly. And research shows the more activity you get, the greater the potential boost in longevity. And with more than 80 million adults in the U.S. age 65 and older anticipated by mid century, the number of older, active adults is on the rise."
"Some of the most common treatments for these overuse injuries include rest and over-the-counter medicines such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Many people who seek medical attention are also prescribed exercises and stretches as part of physical therapy. But when those treatments don't resolve the problem, and the pain persists, there's an alternative therapy that helps many people find relief, known as shockwave therapy."
"Last year, Segal began experiencing pain in his heel. The condition came on quickly and unexpectedly with no specific trigger or event to explain the onset. When I first got up from being in bed or sitting in a chair, my first steps were painful, which he recognized as a telltale symptom of plantar fasciitis, a top cause of heel pain."
Regular exercise significantly increases longevity, and activity levels correlate with greater longevity benefits. The U.S. population aged 65 and older is projected to exceed 80 million by mid-century, creating a growing demographic of active older adults. However, increased physical activity with age raises the risk of overuse injuries, including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and tennis elbow. Standard treatments involve rest, over-the-counter pain medications like ibuprofen and acetaminophen, and physical therapy exercises. When conservative treatments prove ineffective and pain persists, shockwave therapy offers an alternative solution that provides relief for many patients experiencing chronic pain from these conditions.
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