30/05/2025
At FYZICAL we pride ourselves in offering Balance Therapy, solely because we know how important it is for our geriatric community!
Read Below ⬇️
• Balance therapy offers a multitude of benefits for the geriatric community, significantly enhancing their quality of life, independence, and safety. As individuals age, natural changes in muscle mass, vision, hearing, and reflexes can impair balance, leading to a higher risk of falls. Balance therapy directly addresses these issues, providing a comprehensive approach to improve stability and prevent injuries.
Here’s a breakdown of the key benefits:
1️⃣ Fall Prevention and Injury Reduction: Reduced incidence of falls: This is arguably the most significant benefit. Studies show that balance training programs can reduce fall injuries by 37% and broken bones by over 60%. Some programs have even demonstrated a decrease in fall rates from over 59% to 20% during follow-up periods.
2️⃣ Enhanced Mobility and Independence: Improved overall balance and stability: Balance exercises target core muscles and enhance coordination, allowing older adults to move more confidently and with greater ease.
* Greater mobility: This includes the ability to stand for longer, distribute weight better, and walk greater distances, enabling seniors to perform daily activities without assistance.
* Increased confidence: Knowing they can protect themselves from falls empowers older adults to participate in more activities and maintain a more active lifestyle, reducing the fear of falling and the sedentary behavior it can cause.
* Better gait and walking mechanics: Therapy can refine walking patterns, addressing issues like uneven steps or an irregular gait to reduce the risk of tripping.
3️⃣ Physical and Cognitive Health Improvements: Increased strength: Balance exercises often incorporate strength training, which helps preserve bone density and can reduce the risk of conditions like osteoporosis.
* Pain reduction: Gentle stretching and strengthening exercises can alleviate joint pain and stiffness.
If you know someone who is in need of Balance Therapy, please give us a call! 📞 (480) 626-2850