One-third of the population over the age of 65 experiences a fall each year. Every 11 seconds, an older adult is rushed to the emergency room for a fall. Every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall. Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults. The risk of falling is serious, especially as age-related changes to strength, flexibility, and balance begin to occur in older adults. While these statistics may seem frightening, we can help improve your mobility and gait, in order to greatly reduce your risk of falling. If you frequently notice an imbalance, dizziness, or unsteadiness that makes you feel as if you may fall over at any given time, it is a sign that you may be living with a balance or gait disorder. Balance disorders, and balance issues in general, all stem from the vestibular system. The vestibular system is a delicate collection of fluid-filled chambers and sensory nerves located in the inner ear. Your vestibular system helps manage your “proprioception,” or sense of position, and when this is altered, it can be difficult to keep yourself steady. If you have been noticing issues WE ARE OPEN AGAIN AS A FITNESS CENTER! • Our staff is ready to help you with any fitness questions you may have. Check with your insurance to see what fitness programs are offered in your coverage! We are now accepting: Silver Sneakers, Silver & Fit, Active & Fit • Juvent membership: $50.00 / Monthly • Gym + Juvent: $65 / Monthly • Family Gym Membership: $50.00 / Monthly • Single membership: $35.00 / Monthly MOVE WITH EASE ONCE AGAIN WITH THE HELP OF FYZICAL THERAPY NEWSLETTER THE
with your balance, contact FYZICAL today. We can help you figure out the root of your problem and treat it accordingly. Why is my mobility not what it used to be? Aging causes bones to shrink and muscles to lose their strength, making it more common for us to lose our balance and injure ourselves as we age. In addition to age, there can be many causes of balance and gait disorders, as they can develop frommany different underlying conditions – many of which can be exaggerated by age. Some common vestibular conditions that may be adding to your mobility and gait issues include: • Injury or ailment. Even if your brain and nervous system are working in harmony with one another, a sudden injury, disease, or other ailment causing muscle weakness can interfere with your balance and make it difficult to keep yourself upright. • Neurological issues. This may include Parkinson’s disease, brain injury, or stroke. Anything that affects your neurological system can also impact your balance. • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). This occurs when calcium debris breaks off in the inner ear, causing issues with balance. Contact us today for relief: When you arrive for your initial consultation, one of our physical therapists will conduct a comprehensive physical evaluation to examine your balance, gait, stance, medical history, and symptoms, before creating a personalized treatment plan made for your specific needs. Whatever the case may be, all treatment plans will contain targeted gait training and mobility exercises to help improve your core, vestibular system, and overall proprioception. Contact FYZICAL today to schedule a consultation and get started!
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