Senior Life Solutions reflects on one year of senior mental health care, community outreach, and meaningful partnerships across the region.
Author: Glacial Ridge Health System (Glacial Ridge Health System)
Arthritis and Cold Weather: What You Need to Know
Does cold weather make arthritis worse? Learn why joint pain flares up in winter and how to manage arthritis symptoms during Minnesota's cold months.
Sleep: The Secret to Weight Loss and Better Health
Discover the critical connection between quality sleep and weight loss. Learn how better sleep supports metabolism, appetite control, and overall health.
Dawn’s Journey Toward Healing: Short-Term Rehab in Glenwood
A patient shares her journey through short-term rehab at Glacial Ridge Health System—and how expert care helped her return to the life she loves.
Pessary for Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Non-Surgical Support for Bladder Leaks and Pelvic Pressure
Non-surgical relief for pelvic organ prolapse and bladder leaks. Learn how a pessary provides internal support, comfort, and improved daily function.
Frequently Asked Questions About Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
Learn more about robotic-assisted knee replacement and the VELYS™ system Dr. Thomas uses at Glacial Ridge. Get answers about recovery, insurance, candidacy, safety, and more.
Take Control of Your Arthritis: Find Relief and Live Pain-Free
Living with arthritis? Learn how to manage joint pain with therapy, medication, and injections — and when robotic-assisted knee replacement may be the next step.
Strength Training for the Win-Win!
A funny story gives a detailed description of a daily exercise routine of lifting and holding potato bags with both arms—beginning with a five-pound bag in each hand and slowly increasing the size of the potato bags to impressive 100-pound bags over a few weeks. It concludes with, “Now, start adding a potato to each...
MVP of Heart Health: Cardiac Rehab
Patients are supported by a cardiac rehab team while regaining strength, reducing future risk of heart problems, and improving their overall quality of life.
Flu or cold? How to Tell the Difference and When to Get Care
Is it a cold or the flu? Learn the difference between symptoms, when to see a doctor, and where to get care in Glenwood, Brooten, and Starbuck.









