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We Specialize in:
Cerebral Vascular Accidents
Traumatic Brain Injury
Dementia
Parkinson's Disease
Movement Disorders
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Compression
Multiple Sclerosis (brain too)
Peripheral Neuropathy
Numbness/Tingling
Drop Foot
Balance Loss
Vestibular Disorders
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
Meniere's Disease
Balance Loss
Falls are normal.
WRONG
A fall is an event whereby an individual unexpectedly comes to rest on the ground without known loss of consciousness
Falling and fear of falling should NOT be accepted as a “normal” process of aging or related to an injury
The causes of falls can be found and addressed
Why am I falling/stumbling/tripping??
>65 Years of Age
1 in 3 individuals have a fall
After 1st fall, increases risk by 50%
Leading cause of death, from injury
Normal Changes of Aging
Vision, hearing, sensation
Impaired postural reflexes
Musculoskeletal changes
Factors that Increase Fall Risk:
Taking > 3 medications
High Blood Pressure, chronic
Diabetes, chronic
Arthritis/Orthopedic surgeries
Dementia
Depression
Nerve Injuries
Neurological Physical Therapy and Wellness
Extensive Experience in:
Home Modifications
Assistive Device Recommendations
Specific Exercises to Reduce Fall Risk
Caregiver/Client Training and Education
Deeper Understanding of Neurological Conditions and Prognosis
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