What to do RIGHT after a FALL Falls are a major health issue in the United States, especially in light of the aging population. It is reported by the US Center for Disease Control and the National Council on Aging that 1 in 4 adults over age 65 fall each year....
Ask yourself, can you get up off the floor? This is an important question to ask, especially if you are an adult over 50. Why do you ask? Because if you cannot get up off the floor it means you do not have the necessary strength or power. That plus what happens...
What is so important about addressing balance concerns? Great questions…Here’s why… Balance tends to decline as people age due to not challenging the balance system as much as was done in younger years. In addition, the sensation in people’s feet also tends to decline...
Now that we are firmly in winter, it is appropriate to talk about steps you can take to protected yourself while shoveling snow. It is important to make sure you are safe and avoid potential pitfalls that can lead to injury. Good Footwear: Make sure you are wearing...
It is winter so snow will eventually be on the ground. This means it is time to take care of yourself and avoid those snow shoveling injuries. To begin with, make sure to have good footwear. Slipping on snow/ice is hazardous to your health, and a common issue leading...
When beginning a new exercise program (especially if you are “newer” to exercise) it is important to take it slow. Beginning a new type of exercise by jumping in with max effort is not wise. By going 0-100 right away, people put their body at risk for injury. Why you...
Every year, nearly 3 million people experience a fall related injury requiring medical attention. Now the medical attention could be as simple as a quick assessment for a superficial bump or scrape. However, falls could land someone in the hospital for a concussion or...
The recent snow/ice here in the Northeast made me think about the topic of fall prevention. Even as the weather changes (for the better?), we need to prevent falls especially as a person ages. Data shows nearly 1 in 3 of individuals over 65 years and 1 in 2 over 80...
In my clinic I routinely see patients after falls. Some of these falls are preventable, and I want everyone to know how important balance and fall prevention is. Also why balance should be addressed and not ignored. The consequences of falling can be dire and...