Written by:
ALLISON BUSKE, PT, DPT, CBIS
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Brain Injury Specialist
If you are severely falling into objects, have had more than 2 falls in the past month, or others are concerned for your safety, it may be a good idea to look at an assistive device (walker, cane)
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your medications and possible side effects
If you feel like you are weaker and you need more strengthening check out these exercises Apex has given at our free balance screenings! Or better yet, call one of our locations and set up a time to get checked!
If have pain and are limping, you may benefit from a physical therapy consult.
Physical therapists are the movement experts. At Apex, we all hold our doctoral degrees and specialize in getting people moving safely and with less pain.
If you want more information or to read the full article it is listed below!
Medication Status and Gait Mechanics in Older Adults: A Multivariate Analysis – PubMed (nih.gov)>
ALLISON BUSKE, PT, DPT, CBIS
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Brain Injury Specialist