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Physical Therapy Dyer IN: Preventing Falls

Physical therapy Dyer IN can improve balance

One of the issues of aging can be maintaining good balance. According to recent studies, the risk of falling for those over the age of 65 is about 30 percent in any given year. Balance is one of the crucial factors in preventing falls. Physical Therapy Dyer IN can be helpful in learning to improve balance which plays a huge role in preventing falls in seniors.

Seniors become more at risk for falling because of decreased muscle tone, failing eyesight, slower reflexes and balance problems. Seniors are also likely to be taking medications which have side effects which can impair balance or cause dizziness. physical therapy Dyer IN

As we age we are much more prone to fall. The dangers and risks of those falls also increase with age. Because many older people have osteoporosis, when they fall they are more likely to break bones, and those bones can take much longer to heal. And certain types of fractures can have very serious, even life-threatening consequences. 

Physical therapy Dyer IN can be very effective in preventing falls. Balance can be improved through exercises that strengthen the ankle, knee and hip muscles. It is also effective to perform exercises that improve the vestibular system. A physical therapist will design a personalized plan of care. This may include a walking regimen which contains balance elements, or a tai chi routine which involves balance, weight shifting, coordination and postural training. Aquatics classes can also address balance and coordination issues.

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I have found the staff to be very pleasant, patient, friendly and helpful! For finances, I spoke to the bookkeeper, Laura and she was a great help and directed me in the right direction.

Shannon

Dyer Nursing and Rehabilitation is GREAT!

My Mom was in another area Nursing Home. Being very dissatisfied with her care there, when she had to be readmitted due to a severe infection we inquired about other Facilities. My Sister\’s coworker informed us her sister worked at Dyer Nursing Facility and thought we should check them out. I can not begin to […]

Thank You!

Thank You! My wife was admitted about one year ago to Dyer Nursing & Rehab. The nursing staff is so good and caring. They treat my wife good and that means a lot to me since I can’t always be there. When ever I have a concern they are always there to help me. The […]

My second admission…

Thank you again! This is my second admission to Dyer Nursing & Rehab. I was admitted back to the same room I was in before. I don’t attend many activities because I’m an avid reader so I enjoy going into the facility Library and reading book, they have so many to choose from. I enjoy […]

Eight years

8 Years I have been at Dyer Nursing & Rehab for eight years now. I like being here, I help the activities staff. I ran the general store for seven years. The staff here treats me good, the food is good and I would recommend Dyer to others. I like it here because we get […]

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