Maintaining good balance is vital as we age. Experiencing a fall can be one of the most traumatic events in the geriatric population.

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Did You Know? According To The CDC...

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• One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year.

• Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall; every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall.

• Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults.

• Falls result in more than 2.8 million injuries treated in emergency departments annually, including over 800,000 hospitalizations and more than 27,000 deaths.

• In 2015, the total cost of fall injuries was $50 billion. Medicare and Medicaid shouldered 75% of these costs.

• The financial toll for older adult falls is expected to increase as the population ages and may reach $67.7 billion by 2020.

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What Is Balance Training For Falls Prevention?

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Balance training is a type of physical therapy aimed at improving balance through progressive exercises and balance activities. By strengthening lower body muscles, building good "muscle memory" and promoting good posture, balance can be significantly improved making you much safer as you go about daily tasks. 

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What Are Signs That You May Need Balance Training?

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• a recent history of falling

• shuffling of feet while walking

• difficulty standing from a chair when seated

• poor posture in standing

• reaching or holding onto counters or furniture when walking

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The Movement & Mobility Expert Approach

To Balance Training

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When completing a balance training program it is important to understand the underlying mechanics of balance and gait. Dr. Jordon Cavanagh, DPT incorporates a successful balance training program by progressively building lower body strength, decreasing upper body support, promoting good posture and adding dynamic movements through multiple planes of motion. His unique physical therapy treatment approach is all accomplished in a safe, controlled environment where you can feel confident in the tasks you are completing. By addressing your balance from all of the above angles, you will begin to notice daily tasks becoming easier and you will be less fearful of a fall. With service locations throughout greater Phoenix convenient treatment is only a phone call away.

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