Fall Prevention

Have you recently experienced a fall or do you feel unsteady? We can help with that! Fall prevention is important for maintaining health and preventing injuries. Physical therapy can play a vital role by focusing on improving strength, balance, and coordination through tailored interventions. Our therapists help to reduce the risk of falls and promote a safer, more active lifestyle.

Having a fall and the fear of falling, can greatly limit your ability to lead a full life. Falls can cause injuries, loss of being independent, and decrease the ability to do things that are important in your daily life. By addressing specific impairments and teaching strategies to safely navigate daily activities, physical therapy empowers individuals to regain confidence in their ability to move without fear of falling. This proactive approach not only reduces the likelihood of falls but also promotes a more active and independent lifestyle.

As Physical Therapists, we can:

Assess how likely you are to fall.
Design exercises to make you stronger and steadier.
Teach you how to walk and move more safely.
Help you make your home safer.
Show you how to use assistive devices like canes or walkers correctly.
Include fall prevention in your daily routine.
Keep track of your progress and change exercises if needed.
Work with your other health care providers to address any underlying medical conditions that could increase your falls risk.
Give you more confidence and independence.
Use methods that have been proven to stop falls.

Physical therapists are movement experts. We improve quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and exercise strategies. You can contact a physical therapist directly for a falls risk screening.