Elderly Fall Prevention Rehabilitation Programme

Falls can be very serious in our later years, due to the aging body not able to repair itself as effectively as it once used to. The consequences of a fall for an elderly person can easily cause fractures, bleeds and tissue damage that will have a lasting impact on our health and mobility.

Fortunately, there are many simple fall prevention exercises that can help an older person keep their strength and balance, which in turn will help them to continue to live a safe, independent, and mobile life.

At Therapies on Thames, our caring team of professionals understand that fall prevention exercises in which elderly people can easily participate are extremely important for their overall physical and mental wellbeing. As a result, we are passionate about providing the very best care and support to our clients aged over 65 and recommend safe exercises which are designed specifically for their abilities and needs.

Why are elderly people more at risk of falls?

There are a number of reasons why an older person may be more at risk of falls.  These include:

• Balance and/or walking problems. Balance can be affected by vision changes, vestibular problems and altered sensation in the feet.
• Home hazards (including dim lighting and trip hazards)
• Positional low blood pressure (such as orthostatic hypotension, where blood pressure drops upon standing.
• Feet and footwear issues.
• Medications (several studies in ageing populations have reported that the risk of a fall increases with the use of four or more medications)

What are the benefits of fall prevention therapy programme for elderly people?

Fall prevention exercises can provide many benefits to an elderly person in their everyday lives. There are many simple tasks that we take for granted when we are younger, such as getting up from a chair or reaching for a cup, which can become a fall hazard for the older person. With regular fall prevention exercises, muscle strength, balance, and coordination improve, allowing the continuation of these everyday tasks unaided and with relatively low fall risk.

Can fall prevention Therapy programme be completed at home?

Yes, many fall prevention exercises can be completed at home. Our caring, professional team of physiotherapists at Therapies on Thames will create a tailor-made exercise plan which you can safely fulfil in the comfort of your own home.

Simple, home fall prevention exercises might include:

• Sit to stand exercises
• Balance training
• Marching on the spot
• Gentle leg rises
• Heel to toe walking
• Gentle walking

However, if you do not feel confident enough to complete fall prevention exercises on your own at home, our team of caring, expert, chartered physiotherapists can visit your home to help you with your regime. We are here to help our elderly patients feel confident, comfortable, and most importantly, remain safe.

About Therapies on Thames

Therapies on Thames offers specialist rehabilitation services for the elderly across the UK. With a head office located in Berkshire, our team provides inpatient and home visit services for those who need physiotherapy or occupational therapy to help recover from an injury or ongoing health issues.

All physiotherapists at Therapies on Thames are registered Charted Physiotherapists with the CSP (Charted Society of Physiotherapy) and are registered with the Health & Care Professionals Council. For added peace of mind all our physiotherapist are Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checked.

A charted physiotherapist is a title that only a fully qualified physiotherapist registered with the CSP (Charted Society of Physiotherapy) can use. Charted Physiotherapists have undergone intense training and have a 3–4-year university degree or equivalent and are recognised by medical professions and the Department of Health.

If you or a loved one needs assistance in regaining or maintaining an active life, contact us today by completing our contact form.