Fall prevention (part of our geriatric physiotherapy treatment) focuses on preventing falls and increasing confidence in movement.
Why fall prevention is important
As you get older, muscle strength, reaction time, and balance change. This increases the risk of falling. At the same time, a fall often has a greater impact than at a younger age.
By training specifically, you can reduce these risks.
What does physiotherapy do in fall prevention?
Physiotherapy helps with:
- improving balance and stability
- building muscle strength
- training running skills
- increasing confidence in movement
In addition, we look at situations where the risk of falling is greater, such as turning, standing up, or walking on uneven surfaces.
Practical tips for home
In addition to exercises, you can also do a lot yourself:
- Remove loose rugs or obstacles
- wear sturdy shoes
- Take your time getting up and turning.
- Ensure sufficient lighting in the house
Small adjustments often make a big difference.
More confidence in movement
Fall prevention is not just about preventing a fall, but also about regaining confidence. By practicing and gaining insight into your own movements, you often start moving more confidently again. Curious how? geriatric physiotherapy can help you? Then contact us. Contact join us.