5 Balance Exercises You Can Start at Home Balance isn’t just a fitness buzzword; it is a foundational skill that supports everything from walking up stairs without wobbling to preventing dangerous falls as we age. According to health experts, improving balance at home boosts stability, strength, coordination, and confidence in daily activities. Whether you’re a […]
Vestibular & BalanceBalance Exercises to Reduce Fall Risk As a physical therapist, I have seen firsthand how falls can impact independence, health, and quality of life. Balance training is one of the most effective ways to reduce fall risk and improve confidence with daily activities. Below, I will highlight five evidence-based balance exercises to reduce fall risk. […]
Vestibular & BalanceThe First Line of Help for Vestibular Conditions Few people realize that physical therapists are often the first line of care for treating vestibular conditions—issues that affect balance and spatial orientation. These can include vertigo, concussion, disequilibrium, and imbalance. To understand how vestibular therapy helps, it’s essential to first understand what the vestibular system is […]
Vestibular & BalancePreventing Falls in the Home Tips and Tricks to reduce falls in the home As Physical Therapists, we are asked regularly what tips and tricks we know to keep people safe within their home. Here are our most common answers to help in preventing falls in the home. – Reduce the amount of decorative throw […]
Aging, Injury PreventionBenefits of Balance and Proprioceptive work Compared to other forms of exercise, the amount of time dedicated to balance and proprioceptive training is significantly less. However, it is arguably just as (if not more) important for injury and fall prevention. No matter your age or activity level, balance is challenged through things like altered surfaces, […]
AgingWhy Balance Is More Important As You Age As a Certified Falls Prevention Specialist (CFPS), each September allows me to bring attention to Fall Prevention Month. The statistics show that 25 percent of adults 65 and older have at least one fall every year, with over 3 million people requiring emergency room visits due to […]
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