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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Saturday, February 18, 2012 11:44 PM
Falls are accidents. It's estimated that one-third of adults over the age of 65 who live in their homes will fall each year (CDC, 2006). The best way to reduce the risk of falling is to participate in a consistent exercise program; one that includes strength, flexibility, balance and endurance training. I recently started in-home balance training with a 90-year old client. Although she is glad to see me each visit, she doesn't completely believe in the benefits of consistent exercise or that regular exercise can reduce the risk of a fall. |
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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Thursday, February 16, 2012 8:48 PM
The City of Sacramento 50+ Wellness program and the Area 4 Agency on Agingwill be providing a free fall prevention workshop to older adult residents of Sacramento county and I, the Fall Prevention Lady, will be the featured speaker! I designed this 3-hour interactive workshop for the community-benefits grant program, Stand Up to Falls, which was designed to increase awareness of fall risk factors in hopes of preventing future slips or trips.
The location and dates for the final Fall Prevention 101 workshop of the current grant funding have been determined so mark your calendars! |
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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Tuesday, February 07, 2012 10:44 PM
Muscle weakness is a common compliant of persons in my classes. In fact, |
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Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 8:50 PM
Today I started two community-based FallProof™ balance and mobility training classesand the turn-out was amazing! In my first class, there were nine registered participants; five who are repeating the program. Yeah, class repeaters! I tell members that this fall prevention exercise program is like a good movie; you learn something new each time you participate. Dr. Rose, the creator of the FallProof™ program recommends that class members repeat the cycle as many times as they want and I find that participants love the structure, socialization, and support of these classes. |
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Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Sunday, January 15, 2012 9:53 PM
Humans are continually looking for instantaneous
gratification, the quick fix, or the miracle
pillto ease our pains, help us lose weight and provide the eternal
fountain of youth. In today's society, medical doctors and big advertising and
pharmaceutical companies nurture this human desire with breakthrough cures that
are available in the shape of a pill.
While I thoroughly appreciate scientific research and development, I have
discovered through extensive research and personal experience that a living a
healthy lifestyle and enjoying a quality life requires work; the answer doesn't
come in a pill. |
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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Monday, November 21, 2011 7:53 PM
Falls among older adults can be tragic. Fear can be paralyzing. Imagine being faced with your greatest fear every time you took a step. Some oder adults who have fallen become terrified of falling again therefore each time a change of position is necessary, the older adult visualizes
the worst condition possible; falling to the
ground and breaking a hip or hitting her/his head. Paralysis by analysis....
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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Sunday, November 20, 2011 12:10 PM
We just finished week 5 of the 6-week balance and mobility training program at Creekside Oaks retirement community in Folsom, CAand the positive changes of training are becoming evident to everyone. Participants are starting to notice the physical and emotional benefits of consistent balance training and observers are commenting on physical improvements.
It was funny but I hardly recognized one class participant in the lobby the other day because she barely resembles the person who walked into class with her walker 5 weeks ago. |
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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Saturday, November 19, 2011 10:58 PM
Creekside Oaks in Folsom, CAis an upscale retirement community for independent older adults. The staff recently started a "wellness kickoff"by offering cutting edge fitness and wellness programs; FallProof™ balance and mobility training is one such program. After an introductory workshop,twenty residents signed up for training but only 14 committed to 6-weeks of balance training.
A couple in their 90s, he is 94 and she is 91, attend the morning session. Each is living with their own challenges but they appreciate the progressively challenging balance training and give their best effort. |
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The Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 7:08 AM
I'm teaching two sessions of FallProof™ balance and mobility training at Creekside Oaks Retirement Community in Folsom, CA. Creekside is an upscale facility with an active group of residents who cherish their independence. After an introductory workshop, 14 residents signed up for fall prevention training. I have been working with two groups of seven participants for four weeks and the physical improvements are beginning to shine through, especially for those who have been practicing. |
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Fall Prevention Lady: Posted on Wednesday, November 09, 2011 11:59 AM
The average age of participants in my community-based FallProof™ balance and mobility classes is about 81 years of age. However the program was designed for adults over 60 years old or anyone concerned about falling. I often see significant improvements in older, deconditioned individuals so I wanted to share the results of a 66 year old woman because her numbers are astounding. This woman is healthy and strong so I was surprised to see her in the class. After completing the thorough registration paperwork, I learned that she is living with neuropathy in her feet AND Meniere's Disease; an inner ear condition that results in dizziness and vertigo-like symptoms. |
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