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Balance and Fall Prevention

Balance disorders can be frightening and may lead to falls that cause serious injuries.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor.  Falling once doubles your chances of falling again."  The expert team at Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy in Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York, has extensive experience in using physical therapy and gait analysis to restore balance and help prevent falls. 

Physical therapists are movement experts and can spot potential problems with your strength or posture which may be contributing to any of your balance issues and help you correct it. Reddy Care has advanced technology such as the solo step, TecnoBody virtual reality treadmill, and the TecnoBody virtual reality balance machine to analyze and correct your gait pattern.  

If you're experiencing a balance or gait disorder, your physical therapist may recommend you get a medical alert system.  These systems allow seniors to retain their independence at home and in their communities while minimizing the risk of further injury or death from falling and being unable to receive immediate help.  These systems notify help if they have a fall and cannot get back up on their own. Choosing the right system can be overwhelming as there are so many on the Market.

Caring.com did a study of the best medical alert systems of 2020. These devices provide the seniors and their families peace of mind by knowing that help is available if needed. Everyone is different so it is important to learn what system would work best for you to ensure that you get the care you need.

 

At Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy, we can get you set up with the right therapist for you. Call today to schedule a consultation!

Reddy Care Great Neck: 516-829-0030
Reddy Care Farmingdale: 516-420-2900
In-Home Physical & Occupational Therapy: 516-829-0030

 

 

 

 

https://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/falls/adultfalls.html

https://www.caring.com/best-medical-alert-systems/

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Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.

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