Aging and pain: Addressing seniors’ unique challenges
Chronic pain is a common experience for seniors as they age. As individuals traverse the later stages of life, various factors–physiological changes, medical conditions, and lifestyle alterations–contribute to a higher prevalence of pain. Understanding the unique pain management challenges that seniors face is crucial to providing comprehensive care and improving their quality of living. Ageing and pain The prevalence of pain in seniors As people age, pain becomes more prevalent. According to studies, up to 50% of seniors experience chronic…