Fall Prevention Strategies for Older Adults Unexpected falls happen to almost 25 percent of adults 65 or older each year. Falls of any kind can lead to serious complications. As we age, it is important to prevent falls from happening, as injury related to a fall can have serious consequences for our physical, mental, and […]
Aging, Injury PreventionPreventing 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 PreventionWhat You Need to Know About Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a medical condition where bones become brittle over time. This is caused by a decrease in bone density due to hormone changes and a loss in calcium and/or vitamin D deposits. It affects nearly 20% of women older than 50 years and about 5% of men […]
Aging, Pain ManagementBenefits 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, […]
Aging[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Why 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 […]
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