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Avoid Falls and Stay on Your Feet– With a Little Help from Physical Therapy
Are you worried about falling and injuring yourself? Does limited mobility due to arthritis or another condition make you feel shaky? Balance challenges can certainly be difficult, but you do have options for improving your overall balance and stability! One of the things we do at Total Performance is helping people work on the spatial awareness and muscular strength crucial in addressing balance challenges. This is especially true for people with a high risk of falling, where improved balance could save you a trip to the hospital. Want to learn more about the importance of good balance? Call to schedule an appointment today.
are one of the biggest threats to adults 65 years or older, causing millions of hospitalizations and emergency room visits every year. While several factors contribute to this high fall risk–including age-related sensory and physical changes–you can do things to lessen your risk, and it’s never too early to get started! If you start working to improve your balance now, you’ll be in a better place as you age. That said, there are other benefits to improving balance for younger people. A good sense of balance has a radiating effect on your overall fitness, helping to improve your posture and overall movement. You’ll be better able to catch yourself if you stumble or trip, and you might notice improvements in other physical activities, like running or playing sports.
Why Should I Work on My Balance? The older you get, the more important good balance becomes. Falls
Learn more by visiting our website at TotalPerformancePT.com or schedule your consultation today by calling 215.201.4340 !
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