Category: Fall Prevention
Don’t Keep Injury Secrets!
Physical therapists are experts in dealing with injuries, but your physical therapist can’t help if they don’t know about your injury! You might be wondering who would keep an injury secret. The answer is – lots of people! The first …
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Physical Therapy Tips to Have a Safe Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner with many people planning to celebrate. Whether you are carving pumpkins, handing out candy, or taking children or grandchildren trick-or-treating around the neighborhood, there are many ways to fully participate safely in Halloween celebrations. …
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How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a group of metabolic diseases that results in elevated blood glucose levels and can result in long-term damage or dysfunction of various organs. Managing DM takes an interdisciplinary team that usually includes a physician, nurse, and …
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Debunking the Myths of Older Adult Falls
Many people think falls are a normal part of aging. The truth is, they’re not. Most falls can be prevented—and you have the power to reduce your risk. Exercising, managing your medications, having your vision checked, and making your living …
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Six Fall Prevention Steps to Help Your Older Loved Ones
Did you know that one in four older Americans falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65+. Falls can result in hip fractures, broken bones, and head injuries. Even falls …
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Maintaining Balance and Stability by Improving Core Strength
Balance is maintained through a combination of three different body systems working together efficiently and effectively. These systems include: 1,2,3,4: (1) Vestibular “inner ear” system: provides information to the brain about motion, head position, and spatial orientation (2) Visual system: …
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