Movement Monday

The CDC reports that 1 out of every 3 adults over the age of 65 fall every year. And that the leading cause of bone fractures in older adults are due to falls. Also, reported by the CDC is that the older we get the greater the risk of falls. It is never too early to start strengthening and balance exercises to prevent this from happening. See a physical therapist, have a balance test, and see what you can do to be fall free!! Here are some recommendations from the CDC for fall prevention in the older adult population;
“How can older adults prevent falls
Older adults can stay independent and reduce their chances of falling.
•Exercise regularly. It is important that the exercises focus on increasing leg strength and improving balance, and that they get more challenging over time. Tai Chi programs are especially good.
•Ask their doctor or pharmacist to review their medicines—both prescription and over-the counter—to identify medicines that may cause side effects or interactions such as dizziness or drowsiness.
•Have their eyes checked by an eye doctor at least once a year and update their eyeglasses to maximize their vision. Consider getting a pair with single vision distance lenses for some activities such as walking outside.
•Make their homes safer by reducing tripping hazards, adding grab bars inside and outside the tub or shower and next to the toilet, adding railings on both sides of stairways, and improving the lighting in their homes.
To lower their hip fracture risk, older adults can:
•Get adequate calcium and vitamin D—from food and/or from supplements.
•Do weight bearing exercise.
•Get screened and, if needed, treated for osteoporosis.”
HAPPY MOVEMENT MONDAY FROM THERAPYDIA NOLA!