5 tools to maintain your mobility

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5 tools to maintain your mobility If you're recovering from an injury or surgery, struggling with arthritis, or having trouble with your balance, your doctor may recommend one or more simple tools that have been shown to prevent falls and injuries and preserve your mobility. Don't let pride or vanity keep you from using them. Maintaining your mobility can safeguard your independence.

Get your copy of Mobility and Independence Mobility and Independence, a Special Health Report from Harvard Medical School, will help you maintain your mobility and safeguard your independence. It will give you recommendations for exercise, diet, preventive care, and lifestyle choices that will keep you stronger and steadier with fewer aches and more stamina. Plus, you’ll get advice for aging in place, adapting and fall-proofing your home, choosing services, and more.

Regain your confidence As you become older, it's common to lose some confidence as your body changes and you face life-altering events, like retirement, health issues, and loss of loved ones. A person's level of confidence and self-esteem typically peaks during middle age, and tends to decline after age 60. These 5 strategies can help you gain greater confidence and realize that your best days may still lie ahead.

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Mobility and Independence Featured content: • Mobility and quality of life • Prime movers: Knees and hips • A good foundation: Feet and ankles • A stable support: Your back and posture • Masterful muscles •  ... and more! Click here to read more »