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Fall Prevention

Are you struggling with your balance? You may benefit from a fall prevention program!

Have you ever felt unsteady while walking, as if you were about to fall? Have you ever tripped and had to catch yourself with a nearby railing or piece of furniture? Are you concerned about being injured if you fall? If this is the case, a fall prevention program at CN Physiotherapy in Ottawa, ON may benefit you.
Unfortunately, most people don’t think about how to stay balanced until it’s too late and they’ve already fallen. The good news is that most falls can be avoided by regularly exercising your balance system.

If you are worried about falling, please contact CN Physiotherapy right away to learn more about fall prevention techniques.

Common risk factors for falls

Some people are more likely than others to fall. Some common risk factors include:

  • Diabetes
  • Previous stroke or heart attack
  • Arthritis or alternative joint pain
  • Fatigue
  • Vertigo or dizziness
  • Being female
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Previous history of falls
  • Living a sedentary lifeness
  • Overall poor health
  • Heart disease
  • Advanced age
  • Problems with vision
  • Problems with walking or staying balanced

Our Ottawa, ON physiotherapist will go over your medical history with you to identify any risk factors. They will then explain how this will affect your treatment and how you can lower your risk of falling. Following that, your therapist will perform a comprehensive physical examination to determine the best treatment plan for you.

What can I expect from an Ottawa, ON fall prevention program?

At CN Physiotherapy, your initial physical exam may include vision tests, resting, and active heart rate checks, gait, balance, range of motion, and strength tests. Our physiotherapist will develop a personalized treatment plan for you based on the results of these exams.

The following are some common therapeutic methods you may encounter in your treatment plans:

Searching for a way to improve your balance? Try a CN Physiotherapy fall prevention program!

Our primary goal at CN Physiotherapy is to assist you in avoiding falls and regaining confidence in your balance. Make an appointment with our Ottawa, ON physiotherapy clinic right away if you’re ready to improve your balance and reduce your chances of sustaining a fall-related injury!

Your Next Steps…

  1. Request An Appointment
  2. Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
  3. Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
  4. Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!

Your Recovery Can Start Today!

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