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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 10, 2025

6 min

Do nerves get less sensitive with age? The neuroscience behind aging and sensation

According to the National Institutes of Health, sensory systems often show a documented decrease in sensitivity as we age, including touch, taste, smell, and hearing. So, to answer the question, do nerves get less sensitive with age? The short answer is yes, nerves do become less sensitive due to a number of physiological changes.

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Oct 8, 2025

4 min

Why does pain hurt more when you get older? An expert explanation of age-related pain

According to research, the prevalence of chronic pain significantly increases in older adults, affecting a large portion of the senior population. Understanding **why does pain hurt more when you get older?** requires a look at a combination of physiological and psychological changes, rather than a single cause.

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