DON’T LET MOBILITY LIMITATIONS STOP YOU
Do you feel unsteady when you are walking? Have you noticed it’s a little harder getting up out of a chair? As we get older, changes to our body are typical, but that doesn’t mean we should lose our mobility too. Our physical therapists can work with you to make sure you stay mobile, stay safe and stay active! Mobility limitations increase as we age, and our bodies change differently. Some of us may lose muscle mass and strength. Others may experience joint aches and pains or balance and gait problems. Fortunately, there are things you can do to minimize these losses and even reverse them so you can stay active and safe. Living with physical restrictions can cause a loss in the sense of independence, which takes a toll on mental and emotional health. If you’re experiencing an issue with your mobility or have noticed that many things are difficult for you to do on your own, know that help is available. At Choice Physical Therapy, our physical therapists are dedicated to helping you maintain as much independence as possible through individualized treatment plans. Request an appointment today to learn how to help you keep living the kind of life you want without mobility restrictions. How mobility can help you maintain your independence Mobility is the ability to move and/or walk freely and easily. The ability to move around is essential for functioning well and living independently. Losing your mobility is associated with an increased risk of falling and other severe medical conditions. As we age, we may experience changes to our mobility that make it difficult to get around like we used to. This, in turn, can make routine everyday tasks more
complex and even lead to avoiding doing the activities that make life fulfilling. Our physical therapy clinic understands that many of our patients live with mobility deficits, and we also know how to help them improve and restore their independence. We address any weaknesses, joint restrictions, and balance or gait limitations through a comprehensive therapy program tailored to your specific needs. You might be recovering from surgery or still suffering from the lingering pain of an injury. No matter the reason for your limitations, we offer solutions that work. We will work with you to relieve your aches and pains and reach your peak level of physical health. Our skilled team of therapists provides one-on-one treatment for each patient and will work with you to improve your range of motion, strength, balancing abilities, and gait through several different treatment techniques. Request an appointment to get started today! No matter your day-to-day activities, you deserve to enjoy them feeling safe, stable, and secure in your abilities. Let the skilled team at (practice name) assess your condition and physical goals so that we can provide you with the best care possible using the most successful treatment techniques available. Request an appointment at our physical therapy clinic today and let us help you regain your independence! Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4978365/ https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/maintaining-mobility-and-preventing-disability-are-key-living- independently-we-age https://bmchealthservres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12913-016-1950-0 https://jneuroengrehab.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12984-018-0458-8
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EXERCISE ESSENTIALS
TRY THIS EXERCISE TO RELIEVE BACK PAIN
TRUNK ROTATION While lying on your side with your arms out-stretched in front of your body, slowly twist your upper body to the side and rotate your spine. Your arms and head should also be rotating along with the spine as shown. Follow your hand with your eyes. Hold for 20 seconds repeat 3 times on each side.
This month we would like to highlight the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market! The farmers market is a great place to walk around outdoors and support a variety of local vendors.
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