Category: Exercises

Otago-based Falls Prevention Exercise Program

Join Dr. Tiffany Shubert, Physical Therapist and expert in aging, health, and wellness in video one of this multi-part falls prevention exercise program.

Otago Exercise Video – Level B

Welcome to the HOP-UP-PT interactive exercise video to guide you in the Otago exercise program.

This program was designed to help you maintain your strength and mobility and to help prevent falls. This video is intended for participants who have viewed the complete demonstration video and are ready to complete the program, start to finish without interruption.

Urinary incontinence can increase risk of falling

Urinary incontinence, or leaking urine when you don’t mean to, is connected to a higher risk of falling, especially in older adults. Individuals with incontinence often feel they have to get to the bathroom quickly, causing them to move too fast and increase the chance of falling. Worrying about accidents and leaking may also cause Read More