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Category: Fall Prevention

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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Baby Boomer Fitness, Balance Issues, Eye Health, Fall Prevention, Falls Free, Health, lifestyle changes, Living Fall Free, Movement, Pain Medication, Physical Health, Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy in MN, Vision Leave a Comment

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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Arthritic Pain, Arthritis, At Home Physical Therapy, Back Injury, Back Pain, Balance Issues, Bone Health, Fall Prevention, In-Home Physical Therapy, Informational, Injury Prevention, Pain Relief, Physical Health, Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy in MN, Prevention Leave a Comment

Start Your Year With an Annual Movement Screen

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Your car needs regular maintenance, so you probably have a mechanic. Your eyes and teeth are important, so you see your optometrist and dentist regularly. You get an annual physical from your family physician. You might even be getting ready to see your accountant get your yearly income tax done. What about your physical...
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