Simpler Community Living Physiotherapy in elderly care is broad spectrum, challenging and rewarding.
When we age, our needs often change. Theoretically, people are classified as elderly on reaching retirement age. Changes in medical, social and economic factors have resulted in people being fitter for longer.
Physiotherapy is directed at the early rehabilitation of elderly patients. Prevention of the problems of old age should be an important theme for all physiotherapists.
Living among peers and surrounded by an environment designed for your age group gives many elders comfort and a new beginning.
Balance retraining, strength and coordination exercises to decrease weakness and improve sense of balance- Postural training, stretching and general conditioning exercises
- Individualized coaching on safety, fall prevention and self-help techniques. Our physical therapists teach the elderly how to best manage their own risks for falling.
- Educating the elderlyabout a home exercise program.