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A personalized experience
A personalized experience
Our mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized medical care to older adults in the comfort of their own homes. As a locally owned and operated practice, we are deeply committed to serving our community with integrity, respect, and a patient-first approach. We strive to enhance the quality of life, independence, and dignity of every senior we care for—one house call at a time. We serve Queens and Long Island
Our mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized medical care to older adults in the comfort of their own homes. As a locally owned and operated practice, we are deeply committed to serving our community with integrity, respect, and a patient-first approach. We strive to enhance the quality of life, independence, and dignity of every senior we care for—one house call at a time. We serve Queens and Long Island
Services are covered by Medicare.
Services are covered by Medicare.
Physical Therapy and Fall Prevention
Falls are a leading cause of injury, especially among older adults. Physical therapy plays a critical role in reducing fall risk through targeted interventions that improve balance, strength, coordination, and mobility
Why Fall Prevention Is Important
Why Fall Prevention Is Important
Leading cause of injury in older adults: One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year.
Serious consequences: Falls can result in fractures, head injuries, reduced mobility, and loss of independence.
High cost: Fall-related medical costs exceed billions annually in healthcare.
Role of Physical Therapy in Fall Prevention
Role of Physical Therapy in Fall Prevention
Assessment and Risk Identification
Comprehensive evaluation of balance, gait, strength, and flexibility.
Identification of personal risk factors (e.g., poor vision, medications, home hazards).
Use of tools like the Berg Balance Scale, Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test, or Functional Gait Assessment.
Customized Exercise Programs
Balance Training: Improves postural stability (e.g., single-leg stance, wobble boards).
Strengthening Exercises: Focus on lower body strength (e.g., squats, step-ups, resistance band work).
Gait Training: Enhances walking ability and safety with or without assistive devices.
Flexibility and Range of Motion Exercises: Help improve joint function and reduce stiffness.
Education and Home Safety
Instruction on safe movement and body mechanics.
Fall-proofing the home environment (e.g., removing loose rugs, installing grab bars).
Guidance on proper footwear and assistive devices.
Vestibular Rehabilitation (if needed)
For those with balance issues due to inner ear dysfunction (dizziness, vertigo).
Includes exercises that help the brain adapt to balance signals.
Benefits of Physical Therapy in Fall Prevention
Benefits of Physical Therapy in Fall Prevention
Reduces fall risk by up to 40% with consistent training.
Increases confidence in mobility, decreasing fear of falling.
Helps maintain independence and quality of life.
Who Should Consider Fall Prevention PT?
Who Should Consider Fall Prevention PT?
Individuals aged 65 and older.
People with a history of falls or near-falls.
Those with chronic conditions affecting balance or mobility (e.g., Parkinson’s, stroke, arthritis).
Anyone with muscle weakness or joint instability.
🩺 Reasons to Continue with Home Physical Therapy Post-HHA Episode:
🩺 Reasons to Continue with Home Physical Therapy Post-HHA Episode:
Unmet Therapy Goals:
If the patient has not met prior PT goals during the HHA episode (e.g., gait training, balance, transfers, strength), continued home PT can help bridge the gap.
Residual Functional Limitations:
Persistent issues such as impaired mobility, fall risk, reduced strength, or inability to safely perform ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) independently.
Prevention of Hospital Readmission:
Ongoing PT can help manage conditions (like CHF, COPD, or post-surgical recovery) to prevent functional decline and reduce the risk of ER visits or hospital readmissions.
Transition Support:
To facilitate a smoother transition from skilled home care to full independence, especially in patients with frailty or cognitive impairment.
Recent Decline or Plateau:
If the patient experienced a decline or plateaued late in the HHA episode, more time and targeted intervention may be needed to ensure recovery.
Patient Preference/Need for In-Home Setting:
When transportation to outpatient therapy is difficult or unsafe, in-home PT ensures continuity of care in a safe and familiar environment.
Visit the CDC fall prvention page for more resources www.cdc.gov/steadi/index.html
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