Fall Prevention Program
Falls among the elderly are prevalent, dangerous, and can diminish their ability to lead an active and independent life. About one in three seniors above age 65, and nearly one in two seniors over age 80, will fall at least once this year, many times with disastrous consequences.
We can help prevent falls with evaluation and development of individualized treatment plans including exercises to improve strength, mobility, and balance.
Risk Factors Associated with Falls:
- Conditions associated with aging
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty with balance or walking
- Vision problems
- Pre-existing medical conditions that limit mobility,
such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, or diabetes - Conditions that cause confusion (dementia, Alzheimer’s, etc…)
- Being on more than four medications at the same time
- Use of an assistive walking device
- Environmental hazards (e.g., throw rugs, pets, and electric cords)
- Difficulty completing activities of daily living
- Low blood pressure
What We Will Do for YOU?
Reddy-Care Physical Therapy effectively integrates manual and high-tech assessment and treatment, including use of the Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmill. Patients benefit from both static and dynamic balance exercises, as well as strength and endurance training. Our treatment will include:
- Design a program to help you regain range of motion, muscle strength, balance and prevent reinjury as well as help you in your return to full participation in activities of daily living
- Address any dizziness and vertigo that increases your feeling of imbalance
- Help you to resolve pain and functional restrictions
- Instruct you in the appropriate exercise for your specific condition
- Correct mechanical restrictions and stiffness with appropriate manual therapy
- Teach you correct long term body mechanics and postural correction
- Use therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation to speed your healing if needed
