The OutPOST

Recent research involving 1.8 million older adults found that people who started a new sedative medication after leaving the hospital had significantly higher risks of falls, emergency room visits, rehospitalization, and death within the first 30 days after discharge. Talk with your physician about fall prevention and get an outpatient PT, OT, or ST referral today.

Forward walking isn’t bad, it’s just repetitive. Over time, your body adapts to that same pattern. Walking backwards (also called retro walking) flips the script. It challenges your body in ways forward walking doesn’t.

While there is no cure for dementia, there are ways to manage the symptoms and improve the quality of life for people living with this condition. Physical activity is one common recommendation. Studies have shown that the type of exercise, duration, and frequency all make a difference. Physical therapy can also provide support and guidance to people with dementia and their caregivers, helping them cope and adapt to the changes and challenges that come with this condition.

Falls aren't a normal part of aging. Physical therapy can reduce your risk and help you stay independent. Here are 5 ways your PT can help: Creating a personalized exercise plan, Making Your Home Safer, Strength and Balance Exercises, Addressing underlying health issues

To enhance balance and support safe standing and walking, engaging in specific activities can be highly beneficial. Strength training exercises, such as leg lifts, squats, and resistance band workouts, can help slow muscle loss, particularly in the lower body. Incorporating gentle stretching routines can also enhance flexibility, reducing stiffness and improving overall mobility.