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Category: Fall Prevention

Osteoporosis: Risk Factors and Symptoms

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Osteoporosis is defined as a degenerative, metabolic bone disorder that manifests in adulthood1. Studies show that 54 million Americans have osteoporosis and low bone mass.1 It is a serious and silent disease that is responsible for 2 million broken bones and $19 billion in related costs every year.1 There are a few different risk...
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Parkinson’s Disease: Reducing the Risk for Falls

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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, neurologic disease that develops slowly over years and affects the body’s ability to move. Individuals who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease may experience the following symptoms:1,2 Tremor, mainly at rest Bradykinesia, or slowness of movement Rigid muscles, or stiffness Impaired posture Loss of automatic movements Cognitive impairment Gait...
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Proper Shoveling Techniques for this Winter

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After this last snowstorm, having to get outside and shovel the driveway may be the last thing you want to do. Your number one goal is probably to get it done as soon as possible so you can get back into the house and warm-up. However, having this mentality is what makes this chore...
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Get Back Into Balance

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Your physical therapist can play a big role in helping you maintain or improve your balance as you age. Unfortunately, falls are becoming increasingly common in adults age 65 and over. Just because they’re common, doesn’t mean they’re inevitable though. Research shows that falls are caused by a variety of factors, and many of...
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Get PT First During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Because of the closures of physician’s offices, stoppages of elective surgeries, and social distancing guidelines resulting from COVID-19, many people with pain or joint issues have had appointments or surgeries delayed. If you’re one of them and you haven’t seen your PT yet, you should. Here are some reasons why: Early PT leads to...
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