Physical Therapy

Males and females are different from the day they're born and those differences continue throughout our lives – especially as we become more vulnerable to the diseases of aging. One example is peripheral artery disease (PAD), which is caused by narrowing or blockages of arteries in the legs. Having this disease puts you at increased risk of having a heart attack or stroke so it's worth paying attention if you experience pain in your legs when you're walking or climbing the stairs. That pain is a major PAD symptom.

Do your joints feel achy and stiff when you get up in the morning? If so, you may be suffering from osteoarthritis, a disease that grows unfortunately common at midlife. There are lots of remedies available — some legit, many not. One of the most surprising is practicing an ancient Chinese exercise called tai chi.