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Reducing Fall Risk with Perturbation-Based Balance Training (PBBT)
Falls among older adults are, unfortunately, quite common. According to the CDC, one in three people over the age of 65 Â will experience...
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Mar 22 min read
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3 Steps to Stand Up With Ease
Have you or someone you know been struggling more with standing up from a chair or couch? If so, this post is for you. You're not alone....
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Feb 222 min read
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How long can you stand on one leg?
Hopefully, for at least 30 seconds! That’s how long you want to be able to stand on one leg according to a recent study conducted by...
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Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Do I need a walker? Check these 5 things
Eventually, most of us will need to walk with some help. The body becomes weaker, our balance declines, and we get tired much quicker. ...
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Nov 26, 20243 min read
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The 3 Balance Recovery Strategies
Imagine a world where a fall is nothing more than a distant concern. Picture yourself confidently navigating through life, knowing your...
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Oct 29, 20243 min read
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Improve your balance: The Starting 8
Recent research highlights that the inability to maintain the tandem stance (standing heel to toe) for 10 seconds indicates an increased...
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Oct 24, 20243 min read
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The most common risk factors with falls
Experiencing a fall, or witnessing a loved one fall, can be a frightening experience. It often leads to hospitalizations, broken bones,...
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Sep 24, 20242 min read
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Where balance comes from?
Imagine a world where a fall is nothing more than a distant concern. Picture yourself confidently navigating through life, knowing your...
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Sep 24, 20243 min read
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Uncover Your Fall Risk with the TUG Test
Are you worried about your balance and concerned you may be at risk for falls? If so, would you be interested in a quick and easy test...
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Sep 24, 20243 min read
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