Balance Training and Fall Prevention

One in three adults age 65 and older falls each year, and falls are the leading cause of injury, trauma-related hospital admissions, and death due to injury. Many older adults and their families do not understand the factors that put them at risk for a fall and are unaware of how to reduce this risk. An effective fall prevention program has been shown to reduce fall risks through a combination of exercise and risk education.

The program includes:

• Individualized physical therapy evaluation of each patient’s deficits and goals
• Assessment of Functional Limitations
• Fall Risk Determination Testing
• Range of Motion & Strength Assessment
• Gait/Walking Assessment
• Patient Education Including:
• Fall Prevention Strategies
• Household Safety
• Use of Assistive Devices as needed
• Individualized Home Exercise Program
• Proper Shoe Wear
• Balance Training
• Strengthening and Mobility Exercises
• Fall Recovery Tactics

Who can benefit?

• Seniors age 65 and over
• Individuals concerned with falling
• Those that have experienced falls in the past
• Those who are physically inactive
• Those with muscle weakness and limited mobility
• Those who have difficulty walking, getting up from a chair or remaining steady on their feet
• Those who complain of dizziness or lightheadedness
• Individuals with problems with the senses, such as vision or numbness in their feet

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