Fall Prevention/Balance

When balance and stability become a challenge, the risk for a fall and injury increases. Vision or hearing issues, medication, injuries, or simply aging can all play a part. It is important to address balance issues before a fall (and possible injury) occurs. Research has shown that preventative treatment lowers the risk of falls!

If this becomes a problem, physical therapy is an effective option. 

 Our therapists help with:

• Fall risk assessment
• Gait training under various conditions
• Assess need for an assistive device (cane, walker)
• Functional training (repositioning maneuvers, bed mobility, sit-to-stand)
• Education on safely ambulating in the community and at home
• Balance re-training
• Tai Ji Quan movement for better balance
• Home exercise program including balance exercises, general conditioning, stretching and strengthening