HELPFUL ACTIVITIES T IMPROVE YOUR BALAN
You can benefit from better coordination and balance activities at any age. A stronger, more balanced body relieves aches and pains, while improving your ability to move faster...
1. Standing glute set Stand with feet hip width apart and knees slightly bent. Squeeze buttocks together gently, knees should turn out a little. Do not squeeze so hard that you tilt your pelvis. Hold for 10 seconds, 10 times. • Progression - Repeat this exercise standing on one leg. This exercise should be done near a counter or in a doorway for support as needed. Balance for as long as you can up to 1 minute 3 times on each leg.
Here are some activities to improve your balance:
“Working onmy balance and strengtheningmy legshasbeen thekey tomy improvement. When I first came I was having troublewith getting out of a chair to standing without using my arms or losing my balance. Now, I’m able to rise up to standing much quicker and maintaining my balance.” - Donald W. “When I first came toRegional Physical Therapy, I had started walking for short distances up to about 600 feet with a walker followed by some exhaustion. After approximately one month of physical therapy, I can walk approximately 2000 feet with the assistance of a single point cane. My legs have continued to get stronger, my endurance has increased and my balance has improved dramatically. I’mso thankful for theguidance and challenge I have received from the therapists at Regional.” - Jimmy F.
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