September is Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month, and it is a great time to be thinking about some practices and habits you can implement in your life to help your health in the long run. Here are some of our recommendations:
Pick up a new exercise or physical activity. Exercises like yoga and swimming are relaxing, low-impact, and fun. Plus, you’ll relieve stress and release endorphins, which are great for your mental health.
Get regular checkups for your hearing and more. Wearing hearing aids, should you need them, can help reduce the risk of falls and depression, ward off mental decline and conditions like dementia, and keep you socially active. Request an appointment here. Don’t forget about regular dental, physical, and eyesight checkups.
Believe it or not, hearing health is connected to your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Below, we will discuss how hearing relates to our overall health as we age and how taking care of your hearing can prevent and diagnose other aging conditions.
Mental Health: Hearing loss is linked to depression, anxiety, social isolation, and paranoia. Trouble hearing poses many challenges in a person’s day-to-day life, from hearing the doorbell to communicating with someone at the store. These barriers can significantly impact a person’s quality of life and adversely affect their mental health.
Heart Health: Did you know that high blood pressure can damage or weaken blood vessels throughout your body and even lead to hearing loss? Because of this, it is essential to seriously consider any changes in your hearing and talk to your doctor when you notice any hearing loss, as it may indicate an even more significant problem.
Taking care of your hearing health is a meaningful way to prioritize healthy aging. When thinking about your health, it is essential to remember that for your entire body to function properly, each part (I.e., your heart, ears, brain, etc.) must be working correctly. So, getting regular checkups and paying attention to your health changes is vital. Contact us to get your hearing checked. For more tips on hearing health, follow our Roanoke and Crozet Facebook pages!
