Dr. Kai Morigawara | Apr 5, 2019 | April - May 2019, Health
A healthy joint is like two smooth pieces of paper sliding against each other. Arthritis, joint damage, is like adding crinkles to the papers, with the friction causing pain and problems. However, in severe cases, and even with bone-on-bone degeneration, having no pain with “activities of daily living” is easily obtainable with a lot of hard work and the right treatments.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Apr 5, 2019 | April - May 2019, Health
Diaphragmatic breathing is beneficial for your physical and mental health as it reduces stress, lowers heart rate and blood pressure. For those with pulmonary disease, such as COPD, the diaphragm often becomes weakened causing it to work less efficiently. A physical therapist experienced in pulmonary rehab can teach proper breathing to reduce anxiety, slow breathing rate, increase full oxygen exchange, and improve physical activity.
Rose Galera, Consultant/Training Specialist, Clean Plus Systems II | Feb 1, 2019 | February - March 2019, Health
Kitchens are awesome places as great food is cooked and eaten there! But they can also be home to dangerous microbes. Did you know that kitchens are more heavily contaminated than bathrooms? Ordinary cleaning practices do little to reduce the microbial load, so kitchen sanitizing is a higher and more frequently needed level of cleanliness.
Judy Knutson, OTR, Wellness Program Director, The Good Samaritan Society — Pohai Nani | Feb 1, 2019 | February - March 2019, Health
Regular exercise and physical activity can help to prevent disease, improve mental health, increase energy, reduce the risk of falling and much more. Here’s how!
Kona Smith, Owner, Ohana Hearing Loss | Feb 1, 2019 | February - March 2019, Health
By age 75, approximately fifty percent of us will have a significant degree of correctable hearing loss. Fortunately, most hearing loss can be treated and is correctable. New technology enables us to hear and understand at or near normal levels. It is always a good...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Feb 1, 2019 | February - March 2019, Health
With a new year comes new goals to better ourselves. Whether you have been exercising for years or are just starting out, be especially careful to avoid injury. Loss of flexibility and of bone and muscle mass increases the risk of injury and slows down recovery.
Dr. Ed Campbell, MD, Novel Medical Solutions | Feb 1, 2019 | February - March 2019, Health
There are two main classifications of pain: the common type that arises from damaged tissue, and the more exotic kind that comes from damage to the system that reports and interprets damage, the nervous system.
Understanding the two types of pain will help you understand the solutions your physician or pain specialist suggest for easing it.
Don Weisman, Communications Director, American Heart Association Hawaii Division | Feb 1, 2019 | February - March 2019, Health
Stroke remains Hawai‘i’s third leading cause of death and a leading cause of major disability. However, 80 percent of strokes are preventable. And those that do occur, in many cases, are treatable if symptoms are quickly recognized and treatment is quickly sought. Hawai‘i EMS data shows, however, that almost 50 percent of Hawai‘i stroke patients aren’t being delivered to hospitals by EMS ambulances.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Dec 2, 2018 | Dec 2018 Jan 2019, Health
Appropriate footwear is key to preventing injuries. So, knowing your foot type is crucial when choosing walking or running shoes. To find your best shoe type, stand in front of a mirror in bare feet and shift your weight, observing your inner arch.
Dr. Ed Campbell, MD, Novel Medical Solutions | Dec 2, 2018 | Dec 2018 Jan 2019, Health
When speaking with your doctor about pain, be ready to answer a few important questions. To make the best of your visit, and have time for your own questions, note down the following…
Anthony Chrisco, Co-owner and President of The Fascianator | Dec 2, 2018 | Dec 2018 Jan 2019, Health
Fascia is the collagenous soft connective tissue that binds all of your body’s other structures. Defined as the largest organ system of the body in 2012 by the Federative Committee on Anatomic Terminology, it is now the most studied tissue in human movement science. Here is what current research is learning about this amazing tissue that, like the mesh on a garden hose, needs to withstand pressure from the inside (by exerting pressure itself) and also stay flexible.
Cat Sawai, Center Manager, Kaimuki Body&Brain in collaboration with Michela Mangiaracina | Dec 2, 2018 | Dec 2018 Jan 2019, Health
Our daily lives are filled with so many distractions that it’s easy to feel scattered and stressed. When you are chronically stressed it becomes harder to function properly, increasing your stress even more and often inviting disease. To help manage their stress, many people have turned to yoga and mind-body training because its healthy effects on body and mind are now widely recognized.
Kona Smith, Owner, Ohana Hearing Loss | Sep 27, 2018 | Health, October - November 2018
As we age, our hearing often loses its edge. Clinical research suggests that hearing loss can have a negative effect on some key measures of healthy aging as cognitive, physical and social functioning decline. A study by the National Institute on Aging indicates that people with untreated hearing loss are significantly more at risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Carly Gaffey, Instructor at Nā Kūpuna Makamae Senior Center | Sep 27, 2018 | Health, October - November 2018
Tai Chi, often referred to as “moving meditation,” is an ancient Chinese practice characterized by slow, flowing, low-impact movements and deep breathing. It offers wonderful benefits for any age group and is an incredibly effective and helpful practice for older adults.
Debbie Kim Morikawa, Owner, GYMGUYZ Urban Honolulu | Sep 27, 2018 | Health, October - November 2018
A “modified squat” is one of the most beneficial exercises to learn. It strengthens the lower body and core and reduces the strain on the knees when done right. Unfortunately, most people never learn the PROPER way to squat.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Sep 26, 2018 | Health, October - November 2018
October is National Physical Therapy Month and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Physical therapy may not be the first healthcare field that comes to mind when someone is undergoing cancer treatment, but physical therapists can play an integral role in promoting a speedy recovery and in assisting a return to previous levels of activity following surgery and radiation/chemotherapy treatments.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jul 29, 2018 | August - September 2018, Health
If you are one of the 100 million Americans who experience chronic pain, know that physical therapy can be a safer alternative to potentially addictive medications. Physical therapy plays a vital role in helping to manage and overcome chronic pain through proper strengthening and flexibility exercises, manual therapies, posture and body mechanics instruction.
Dr. Kai Morigawara | May 19, 2018 | Health, June - July 2018
Not everyone has spare cash to spend on expensive physical therapy equipment to use at home, so why not learn how to utilize household items to get the same results?
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | May 19, 2018 | Health, June - July 2018
Knee pain while descending stairs is often due to the force on your kneecap (patella), which studies show is 3.5 X your body weight. If you weigh 140lbs, the force on your patella can be as much as 490lbs! That is a lot of stress on your knee, and the pain will be magnified if you have weak muscles or degeneration of the cartilage in the joint.
Dr. Steven Ito, owner, House Call Medical Practice | May 19, 2018 | Health, June - July 2018
Let us start with this little fact: almost half of all adults in the United States are affected by hypertension. Recently published revised guidelines for the detection of high blood pressure mean that 46 percent of all Americans 18 years and older are now considered to have hypertension (otherwise known as high blood pressure).
Malia Harunaga, Hawaii Bicycling League | May 19, 2018 | Health, June - July 2018
As we age, exercise becomes more and more important — not only for our bodies, but for our minds as well. But fitness doesn’t always have to happen from inside the local gym. You can get on a path to a fit and healthy lifestyle by incorporating cycling into your daily routine.
Denise Grayzell and Celesdina Reyes, Yoga Instructors, YMCA of Honolulu | May 19, 2018 | Health, June - July 2018
At the YMCA of Honolulu, our programs and services are tailored to meet all ages, abilities and goals — and so are our yoga classes! All health and fitness facility Y Branches offer a range of yoga classes for kūpuna, from ones that will bring on a light sweat to others that will give you a soothing stretch while seated on a chair.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Apr 10, 2018 | April - May 2018, Health
In our younger years we didn’t think twice about sprinting up and down steps. As we age, however, climbing a flight of stairs can often seem like scaling a mountainside due to limited mobility and pain. According to Harvard Health Publishing, the force on each knee is...
Jennifer Hernandez RD, LD, registered dietitian, National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii | Feb 1, 2018 | February - March 2018, Health
March is National Kidney Month. Did you know that the risk for developing kidney disease in Hawai‘i is 30 percent higher than the mainland? One of the reasons we have a higher risk in Hawai‘i is due to our ethnicities, including Native Hawaiian, Filipino, Pacific...
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Feb 1, 2018 | February - March 2018, Health
he Japanese have been utilizing a technology to transform ordinary tap water into ionized, micro-clustered, concentrated alkaline and acidic waters for decades. It started in the animal husbandry and agriculture sector, eventually moving into mainstream applications for human consumption and use.
Dr. Steven Ito, owner, House Call Medical Practice | Feb 1, 2018 | February - March 2018, Health
Shingles is a blistering rash that is caused by a virus called herpes zoster. It effects approximately one million people in America every year. The herpes zoster virus, what we call shingles, is actually the same virus as the chicken pox you may have experienced as a child.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Feb 1, 2018 | February - March 2018, Health
There is no better gift that you can give your loved one than taking care of your health and staying fit. Living well means that you will be able to enjoy your time together for decades to come.
Dr. Shawn Talbott, Chief Science Officer, Amare Global | Dec 2, 2017 | Dec 2017 - January 2018, Health
The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified mental wellness issues — stress, depression and anxiety — as the leading causes of a “global health burden.” Could it be that, for the past century, we’ve had the mistaken notion that these problems are all in our head, when in reality they are largely in our gut?
Dennis Galolo, Information Specialist, Hawaii State Dept. of Health | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 2017 - January 2018, Health
In late September, an infant from Hawai’i Island was confirmed as the state’s 17th case of rat lungworm disease. Caused by a roundworm parasite, it can have debilitating effects on a person’s brain and spinal cord. The disease is endemic to the state and spreads when...
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 2017 - January 2018, Health
In my previous articles in Generations Magazine, I’ve had the chance to share the wonder, power and fact that “the right kind of water” is key to maintaining an optimum health profile. Here is a review of the past articles, which can be found in articles published on...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 2017 - January 2018, Health
Adults of all generations, from millennials to baby boomers and “maturers,” struggle with managing stress. Life can often be chaotic. When we are stressed, the body releases hormones adrenaline and cortisol. This increases heart rate and blood pressure, and interferes...
James Carter | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 2017 - January 2018, Health
Auricular medicine is a highly developed, independent system of medicine recently rediscovered and revived as a major modality in the Chinese healthcare system. Thousands of years ago, it was discovered that the ears themselves contain nerve and acupuncture points...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Oct 1, 2017 | Health, October - November 2017
Core training is one of the most popular concepts in the field of fitness and physical therapy. Core stability training is often associated with strengthening your abdominal muscles — the “abs.” The ab muscles play a very important role, but the core also includes...
James Carter | Oct 1, 2017 | Health, October - November 2017
For thousands of years, the tradition of calligraphy has been considered the highest form of art in many ancient cultures. In China and Japan, for instance, calligraphy, or “beautiful writing,” has served as more than just an alluring visual. The roots of...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Health
By Julie Moon, Physical Therapist Back surgery is a serious procedure and often requires significant recovery time. Exercise is a critical part of healing, although during the post-operative stages, patients must be careful to avoid undue stress on the surgical site...
James Carter | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Health
By James Carter, L.Ac An estimated 30 million people in America have type 2 diabetes and that number is increasing each year. Although type 2 diabetes affects many different systems and functions of the body, the most commonly known effect is its disruption of the...
Margaret A. Perkinson, Ph.D | Jun 6, 2017 | Health, June-July 2017
Never in the history of humankind have so many people lived so long. Anthropologists estimate that on average, Neanderthals lived little more than 20 years; only a small percent reached 40. In 15th century Europe, the average life expectancy reached a scant 35 years. Around the turn of the 20th century, however, advances in public health (clean water, waste disposal, vaccinations) decreased infectious diseases, greatly reducing infant and child mortality and increasing life expectancy.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jun 6, 2017 | Health, June-July 2017
by Julie Moon, Physical Therapist HEALTH As we age, we lose flexibility, strength and balance, which affects our general health and mobility. The good news is therapeutic exercise can help improve mobility and function. Balance, flexibility and strength are essential...
James Carter | Jun 6, 2017 | Health, June-July 2017
by James Carter, L.Ac. More than one in four Americans suffer from a chronic pain condition. Pain is not only physically debilitating, but also affects our emotional and mental health. The primary causes of chronic pain are injuries, inflammation, poor circulation...
Lance Teramoto | Apr 11, 2017 | April – May 2017, Health
According Harvard Medical School, the need for dentures in later life used to be a foregone conclusion. But today, three-quarters of the over-65 population retain at least some of their teeth. Although older people still suffer higher rates of gum disease, dental...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Apr 11, 2017 | April – May 2017, Health
Diabetes affects people in different ways, but those with type 2 diabetes frequently suffer from heart disease, high blood pressure and nervous system damage, including impaired sensation or pain in the hands and feet. Physical activity and keeping a healthy weight...
James Carter | Apr 11, 2017 | April – May 2017, Health
Our kidneys make up an important system in our bodies. They are responsible for many vital functions, such as removing wastes from our blood, controlling blood pressure and keeping our bones strong, for example. Such an important organ system deserves our best care...
Sherry Goya, Generations Magazine Staff | Apr 11, 2017 | April – May 2017, Health
Walking is low-impact and has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity. In fact, walking as little as 30 minutes a day can have tremendous health benefits, such lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels, improved mood, reduced coronary heart disease and much...
Brent Maeda | Jan 27, 2017 | February - March 2017, Health
Balance. It’s something everyone takes for granted without a second thought about how crucial it is to daily living. However, it’s wise not to underestimate the importance of having good balance, especially in our senior years. In addition to an increased risk of...
Dr. Kai Morigawara | Jan 27, 2017 | February - March 2017, Health
Aches and pains, having to avoid certain things, imbalance — people often have the misconception that these problems are a natural part of aging. There are physiological changes that naturally occur with aging, but these should only be contributing factors rather than...
Frank King | Jan 27, 2017 | February - March 2017, Health
In the world of natural medicine, nothing is so commonly misunderstood as homeopathy. Even among well-educated consumers who can name the best supplements for every condition under the sun, mystery prevails… Homeopathy is vastly different than allopathic...
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Jan 26, 2017 | February - March 2017, Health
I have said for years that eating more may be better for weight loss than eating less. At first, people are a bit shocked to hear this until they realize that I mean eating more food — but still eating fewer calories. How is this possible? Here is a simple example. If...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jan 26, 2017 | February - March 2017, Health
Difficulty getting out of bed in the morning? Or taking longer for joints and muscles to loosen due to stiffness? The basic causes of morning stiffness are lack of physical activity, not sleeping properly and chronic conditions like arthritis. Try these strategies to...
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Dec 2, 2016 | December – January 2017, Health
In the August-September issue of Generations Magazine®, I profiled experts in the medical field and reported what they had to say about ionized, restructured alkaline water, and its ability to improve health. The article generated more comments and requests than any...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Dec 1, 2016 | December – January 2017, Health
Even for the fittest of grandparents, taking care of grandkids can really take a toll on your body. The most common areas of injury are the neck, shoulders, back and knees. Here are tips to prevent those aches and pains. If you are inactive, wrestling on the floor or...
Dr. Howard Tamashiro, Audiologist, Hearing Center of Hawai‘i | Dec 1, 2016 | December – January 2017, Health
Studies show hearing loss is about twice as common in adults with diabetes than those who do not have the disease, mainly due to poor circulation. Elevated blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels, thereby reducing blood flow to certain areas. The lack of blood...
Diane Cadinha, Certified Personal Trainer | Dec 1, 2016 | December – January 2017, Health
In 2012, at age 62, George Crowder retired from his profession as a regional fire prevention chief. “I was a highly qualified, able-bodied firefighter,” said George. “Besides emergency responses and standbys, much of the days was consumed in maintenance. In my younger...
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Oct 1, 2016 | Health, October - November 2016
What I Learned From Dr. McCauley by Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant from the Oct-Nov 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Oct 1, 2016 | Health, October - November 2016
Longevity for All by Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH from the Oct-Nov 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Oct 1, 2016 | Health, October - November 2016
Walking on an Underwater Treadmill by Julie Moon, Physical Therapist from the Oct-Nov 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Diane Cadinha, Certified Personal Trainer | Aug 1, 2016 | August - September 2016, Health
If Lois Can, Then How About You? by Diane Cadinha, Certified Personal Trainer, ACE, NASM from the August-September 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Aug 1, 2016 | August - September 2016, Health
Doctors Say So by Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant from the August-September 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Aug 1, 2016 | August - September 2016, Health
Improve Memory & Reduce Pain by Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH from the August-September 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Tamilyn Masuda, Health Consultant | Aug 1, 2016 | August - September 2016, Health
Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon Oil by Tamilyn Masuda, Health Consultant from the August-September 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Aug 1, 2016 | August - September 2016, Health
Avoid Luggage Injuries by Julie Moon, Physical Therapist from the August-September 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Lara Yamada | Aug 1, 2016 | August - September 2016, Health
National Honors for Kara Yamamoto, MD by Lara Yamada, Executive Director, Arthritis Foundation Hawai‘i from the August-September 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Generations Magazine Staff | Jun 1, 2016 | Health, June - July 2016
SilverSneakers Fitness® Benefits Body & Mind by Generations Magazine Staff from the June-May 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Jun 1, 2016 | Health, June - July 2016
Inflammation & Aging: Fluid Problems by Alan Matsushima, Kangen ENAGIC USA from the June-May 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Tamilyn Masuda, Health Consultant | Jun 1, 2016 | Health, June - July 2016
Annatto: An Ancient Supplement by Tamilyn Masuda, Health Consultant from the June-May 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Jun 1, 2016 | Health, June - July 2016
Beating Cancer by Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH from the June-May 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jun 1, 2016 | Health, June - July 2016
Lumbar Stenosis Misdiagnosis by Julie Moon, Physical Therapist from the June-May 2016 issue of Generations Magazine, Hawai‘i’s Resource for Life
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Apr 1, 2016 | April - May 2016, Articles, Health
I grew up with cancer in my family. When I was six months old, my father was diagnosed with colon cancer and had the left side of his colon removed. In 1951, he had a permanent colostomy placed so that he could have bowel movements through the side of his abdomen. In...
Byron Yoshino, Pharm.D., Pharmacare Hawai‘i | Apr 1, 2016 | April - May 2016, Articles, Health
According to the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists, people 60 – 69 years old take nearly 14 prescriptions per year, and those 80 – 84 take an average of 18. While medications do help improve the quality of life for seniors, so do pharmacists. A pharmacist can...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Apr 1, 2016 | April - May 2016, Articles, Health
Many confuse rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with osteoarthritis (OA), which stems from different causes and demands a separate therapeutic program. Unlike OA, RA is an autoimmune disorder that affects any age. Onset and loss of mobility may appear almost overnight. Sanchia...
Dr. Howard Tamashiro, Audiologist, Hearing Center of Hawai‘i | Apr 1, 2016 | April - May 2016, Articles, Health
Hearing loss is so gradual that many are not aware their hearing has deteriorated, due to medical conditions, ear infections, ear infections, illness, traumatic injury or prolonged exposure to noise. Hearing loss is not like listening with the volume turned down....
Tamilyn Masuda, Health Consultant | Apr 1, 2016 | April - May 2016, Articles, Health
Every health food store has products containing Noni, also called Indian mulberry. It grows throughout Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific Islands. Hawaiians used noni to heal a variety of health problems, like wrapping noni leaves around sore joints to relieve...
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Apr 1, 2016 | April - May 2016, Articles, Health
It is amazing that normal activities of the human body result in a loss of two to three quarts of water daily. This water needs to be replenished to maintain an optimum health profile. Just a two percent drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble...
Alan Matsushima, Health and Wellness Consultant | Feb 1, 2016 | Articles, February - March 2016, Health
There are many common misunderstandings about water, H20, the second most important resource our bodies need to function properly. Here are some common questions and misconceptions: Some say water is water. Most of us think that bottled, purified water is better for...
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Feb 1, 2016 | Articles, February - March 2016, Health
Living longer is an important goal — but not if we can’t remember our friends, loved ones and even who we are. Long life is one of the reasons why Alzheimer’s disease (AD) can be so devastating. Here are three important things you can do to prevent Alzheimer’s...
Maile Kawamura, Executive Director, Arthritis Foundation | Feb 1, 2016 | Articles, February - March 2016, Health
Walking, a simple exercise that is good for nearly everyone, is one of the best forms of exercise for people with arthritis. Walking strengthens your heart, helps your lungs work more efficiently and helps maintain joint flexibility. For people with arthritis, joint...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Dec 1, 2015 | Articles, December - January 2016, Health
Statistics show that a majority of U.S. patients who require an amputation are age 65 and older. Amputation will likely intensify feelings of dependency, depression and helplessness: I’m too old now to learn to live without a limb. Who cares anyway? Who knows how many...
Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH | Dec 1, 2015 | Articles, December - January 2016, Health
At the end of the year, we realize that another year is going by, and chronologically, we’re a year older. Can we stop that clock and reverse our biological aging this coming new year? The answer is easily “yes” if we make a new year’s resolution to do so and stick to...
Dennis T. Nagata, DDS | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015
Dropless Cataract Surgery is a new option for cataract patients that reduces the need for eye drops after surgery. Traditionally, after patients undergo cataract surgery they must adhere to a strict three- to four-week schedule that includes several types of drops....
Dennis T. Nagata, DDS | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015
Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder with frequent awakenings and breathing disruptions of 10 seconds or longer, that occur when the patient’s airway becomes blocked. Sleep apnea lowers blood-oxygen levels, puts a strain on the heart, and is associated with high blood...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015
Pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. The American Academy of Pain Management estimates that more than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Patients often explore multiple options for relief, but pain medication...
Diane Cadinha, Certified Personal Trainer | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015
When Wendell Murakawa retired from the Hawai‘i Department of Public Safety, he planned to “you know, take it easy, relax, hang out with my friends, drink, eat and enjoy life.” Then his doctor told him he had type 2 diabetes. “I knew I was overweight and began to watch...
Dr. Steve Blake, ScD | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015
If diet can affect our chances of getting diabetes and heart disease, what about Alzheimer’s disease? Medical studies indicate that we may lower our risk of Alzheimer’s disease simply by getting better nutrition. During the course of this dementia, half of the brain...
Generations Magazine Staff | Aug 1, 2015 | Articles, August - September 2015, Health
Being diagnosed with a “chronic” disease like arthritis or diabetes often comes as a shock. Changes sneak up on our bodies or slowly weaken our ability to do our chores or enjoy pastimes. We don’t want to hear that our “little problem” is the first sign of a terrible...
Generations Magazine Staff | Aug 1, 2015 | Articles, August - September 2015, Health
If your teeth are tight, you can floss and brush bacteria away. Loose teeth trap bacteria, allowing infection to flow into the blood stream, affect other organs and compromise overall health. Reasons for Loose Teeth Gum disease: The No. 1 reason people lose their...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Aug 1, 2015 | Articles, August - September 2015, Health
Golf is a popular sports activity. Unlike most sports, it can be played throughout the golden years, if you can avoid injury and stay in shape. The American Physical Therapy Association says that older golfers often forget that while their passion for the game remains...
Aimee Harris | Aug 1, 2015 | Articles, August - September 2015, Health
The increasing longevity of our nation’s population contributes to the increasing burden of Alzheimer’s dementia on our society — especially caretakers. As a state, we face unique challenges due to our large number of kupuna and our geographic isolation. There are...
Cynthia Gaddy and Judy Suzuki, RN, Straub Clinic & Hospital | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
“The case manager was excellent in preparing us for the care that my mother needed. She went beyond the call of duty.” “I want you to know how grateful we are and how wonderfully helpful, supportive and resourceful your social worker has been — above and beyond, and a...
Marc Cohen, co-writer of the film Unprescribed — Prescription for Addiction | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
The pharmaceutical abuser looks like you or me … They start running out of their meds. So now, they start going to the doc to get more and more…the doc cuts them off. Then they start visiting the ER, making up injuries … Now they become our problem as law...
Ritabelle Fernandes, MD | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
With a growing older adult population and increasing number of prescriptions available, the potential for medication safety problems is expanding. As people age, they may be prescribed more than one medication. This increases the risk for drug interactions and side...
Malcolm R. Ing, MD, Chair of Ophthalmology, John A. Burns Medical School | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
My patients often ask: “Doctor, what can I do to save or preserve vision for myself and my family?” Prevention: Wear sunglasses! Over time, sunlight damages the lens of the eye, causing cataracts. More Medicare dollars are spent for lens replacements than for any...
Pamela Ah-Nee, Program Specialist, Alzheimer’s Association Aloha Chapter | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
Alzheimer’s is a progressive illness that involves the destruction of brain cells. In its earliest stages, symptoms include a decrease in short-term memory and forgetfulness, often accompanied by a diminished ability to find words. Emotional and personality changes in...
Diane Cadinha, Certified Personal Trainer | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
Our friend Joanie Packer says she doesn’t worry about things she can’t do anything about — so she lives in the present, works at being as healthy as possible and tries to show appreciation to those around her. At 94, how is your life different than when you first...
Dennis T. Nagata, DDS | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
Dental toxicity can occur when materials placed in a patient’s mouth cause that person’s immune system to react and “reject” the restoration. Serum compatibility testing provides dentists with one way to help determine which materials will react in a test tube with a...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jun 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, June - July 2015
The knee is the most often replaced joint in the body. Usually, total knee replacement (TKR) surgery is performed when people have knee damage and pain caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or alignment problems in the leg that make walking or performing...
Dennis T. Nagata, DDS | Apr 1, 2015 | April - May 2015, Articles, Health
Nothing can start your day off better than seeing a beautiful, genuine smile in your mirror. Have you ever thought, “I don’t like my smile?” With today’s dental advancements you can significantly improve your smile. You may consider smile rejuvenation if you have any...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Apr 1, 2015 | April - May 2015, Articles, Health
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 33 percent of adults 65 and older suffer from osteoarthritis (OA). Mayo Clinic reports that OA is the most common form of arthritis, when protective cartilage wears down, creating...
Bev Braun, Round-Up Coordinator | Apr 1, 2015 | April - May 2015, Articles, Health
Line Dancing — it’s not just country, or confined to local Honky Tonk. Heck! Seniors are line dancing to all their favorite tunes! A number of studies extoll the benefits of line dancing for seniors: low impact exercise that can improve cardio-vascular health, muscle...
Al Bayless, Outdoor Enthusiast | Apr 1, 2015 | April - May 2015, Articles, Health
Hiking is a great activity for seniors! I’m 72 and really enjoy it. Several of my fellow hikers are in their upper 70’s and are still going strong. One, at 83, still hikes five miles on the beach several times a week. Some people hike mainly for exercise and walk...
Generations Magazine Staff | Apr 1, 2015 | April - May 2015, Articles, Health
Constipation affects approximately 2 percent of the population in the US; the elderly are more commonly affected. Constipation refers to bowel movements that are infrequent or hard to pass. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), constipation is defined...
Jeffrey B. Sisemoore, JD, National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii | Feb 1, 2015 | Articles, February - March 2015, Health
You may have seen a report late last year explaining that Hawai‘i was the healthiest state in the nation. While good health is certainly good news, the story involved a summary of limited information, and did not reflect the current state of kidney disease in America....
