• COVID-19 Updates
Give us a call: (507) 259-7570
HealthFlex
×
  • Get Started
  • Services
    • Neurologic Therapy and Wellness
    • EA Pediatric Therapy and Family Wellness
    • Community PT and Health Improvement
    • Adaptive Sports & Therapeutic Recreation
    • Self-Care Resources
  • Classes & Camps
  • Walk with a Doc
  • Fundraising Events
  • Donate
  • Join our Team
    • Careers
    • Internships
    • Volunteer
  • About
    • Mission & Values
    • Meet Our Staff
    • Meet Our Board
    • Board of Directors
    • News
    • Annual Reports

Staying Upright this Fall

October 27, 2021MelanieUncategorized

Graceful and ever-changing, the summer slips into fall and fall into winter. However, with the inevitable approach of winter, ice, and snow–so does unintended contact with the ground. Older adults in Minnesota experience over 29,900 falls per year causing over 600 deaths. However, much unlike the inevitable change in seasons, falls can be avoided. Here are some tips to avoid future falls and injury1: Why Are Older Adults Prone to Falling at Night?: Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy: Physical Therapists

  1. Reduced Muscle Strength2
    Amongst scientific studies, muscle weakness has been found as a consistent risk factor for falls amongst the elderly. Unlike the hibernating bears and squirrels, it is important to remain active throughout the colder seasons in order to maintain muscle strength and physical fitness.
  1. Decreased Activity3
    We tend to become less active in the colder months, and with this decreased activity comes decreased strength (see bullet #1 above), decreased balance, and decreased stability in one’s lower extremities. Older adults who report being sedentary have an increased risk for falling.
  1. Fear of Falling4
    Fear of falling actually increases the risk of falling. It is thought that those who have a fear of falling tend to be more sedentary which then increases their risk of falling (see bullet #2 above). On top of this, having a fear of falling increases one’s likelihood of having to enter a healthcare facility and loss of independence.

Are you concerned about any of the points listed above? Whether you feel like you have lost some strength or you are fearful of falling, ExercisABILITIES can help! Give us a call at (507) 259-7570 to schedule an appointment! We are located in northeast Rochester at 2530 North Broadway Avenue.

Sean Thomez, SPT

  1. https://www.fcnntc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MN-Falls-Fact-Sheet.pdf
  2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18711425/
  3. https://www.healthinaging.org/blog/physical-activity-reduces-your-risk-for-falls/
  4. https://adaa.org/living-with-anxiety/older-adults/fear-of-falling

Recent Posts

  • Adaptive Exercises for the Summer
  • Safe Exercises for People with Arthritis
  • Continue Your Health and Wellness Journey with ExercisAbilities
  • Testimonial Proves that ExercisAbilities is a Place for Physical Therapy and Healing
  • Ready to find the best fit summer camp for your child or young adult with special needs this summer? Check out these tips to make the best match.

Categories

  • COVID-19
  • Diabetes Prevention Program
  • Fitness Consulting
  • Fundraising Update
  • jobs
  • Medical Fitness
  • Motivation
  • News
  • Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!)
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical Therapy
  • Press Releases
  • Rehabilitation
  • Uncategorized
  • Weekly Update

Quick Contact

    Making healthy, happy, and independent possible for EVERYONE!

    (507) 259-7570

    info@exercisabilities.org

    2530 North Broadway, Rochester MN 55906

    Vision and hearing impaired

    Latest Articles

    • Adaptive Exercises for the Summer May 18

      Summer is here and it’s time to get outside. Being...

    • Safe Exercises for People with Arthritis Apr 20

      Some might think that exercise will make your arthritis worse,...

    • Continue Your Health and Wellness Journey with ExercisAbilities Apr 18

      Everyone has a story starting from the day they we’re...

    Copyright ©2018 all rights reserved
    Privacy Policy | Non Discrimination and Patient Rights