BALANCE AND FALL PREVENTION PROGRAM
Stay safe and independent.
Be prepared, be aware – Prevent a fall. At HectorPT we care!
HectorPT is one of the leading Rehabilitation companies in the Capital Region for Senior Rehabilitation.
Get back in Balance with HectorPT
Falls are one of the main reasons active adults lose their independence .
Regardless of the type of injury, falls can greatly impact quality of life for active adults, often leading to fear. Fear of falling limits activity level leading to physical decline, social isolation and depression.
The good news is that most falls can be avoided!
Our therapists work 1:1 with all our patients, targeting specific areas of concern to improve function. Our comprehensive Balance Program can also be incorporated with other Physical Therapy services.
Following an assessment, ouur therapists can:
Design a personalized plan for your specific fall-prevention needs, based on our assessment.
Help you make your home as safe as possible. Take advance of our Home Assessments.
Educate you about the medical risk factors related to falls.
Teach you appropriate strength and balance-training exercises. Your compliance is very important!
Work or communicate with your other health care providers to address any underlying medical conditions that could increase your falls risk.
Recommend appropriate community wellness programs to help you maintain your strength and balance.
If you are worried that you are at a risk for falling, call HectorPT today at (518)577-5214 to learn more about our Fall prevention Assessments and treatment plans.
Common Conditions that Increase the Risk of Falling
Fatigue
Living a sedentary lifestyle
Overall poor health
Vertigo or dizziness
Depression
Parkinson’s disease
Previous history of falls
Diabetes
Cardiovascular disease (i.e stroke)
Arthritis or alternative joint pain
Heart disease
Cognitive decline
Problems with vision
Poor posture, unsteady gait and more…
Our Services:
Balance Training (static and dynamic skills)
Strength Training
Postural education
Endurance Training
Gait Training
Pain management
Injury prevention education
Home safety evaluation
Referral to other specialists as needed and more…
CONTACT US TODAY to learn about our BALANCE AND FALL PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR SENIORS
HectorPT provides Outpatient Fall Prevention and Balance Training for Seniors in Albany and throughout the Capital Region (Albany, Saratoga, Rensselaer and Schenectady NY)