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We are forever grateful for the many men & women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.
We remember.
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A message from our Clinical Director, Jillian
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Let’s talk about GETTING ON & OFF THE FLOOR…
When was the last time you INTENTIONALLY got on & off the floor?
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If you CAN”T get up from the floor independently, you are MORE likely to fall.
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One in 3 community-dwelling older adults fall each year & the odds increase as you get older (i.e. 50% of those over 80 yrs will fall).
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Nearly 50% of older adults who fall (but aren’t injured) are UNABLE to get up without assistance…which leads to all sorts of other challenges.
What should you do?
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Know your risk of falling:
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Your risk is ELEVATED if you answer YES to any of these 3 key questions:
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Have you fallen in the past year?
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Do you feel unsteady when walking or standing?
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Are you worried about falling?
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Get stronger through resistance training to improve your ability to rise from the floor unassisted.
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Learn & PRACTICE getting on & off the floor DAILY.
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Get an individualized Assessment & Treatment Plan with one of our amazing Therapists TODAY, so you can improve your strength & independence…and prevent falls.
Our PhysioCare at Home team can help - Call us today!
Find out more about how to safely get on & off the floor in the following video & always remember, Progress is Possible.
To a stronger you,
Jillian
Physiotherapist & Clinical Director
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Foundational Principle Highlight
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Even if you haven’t been able to get down on the floor in a long time, or have had a previous fall & are nervous of falling again, don’t give up! Progress is possible, no matter your age or situation, and we can help you experience it!
PROGRESS IS POSSIBLE!
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Therapist’s Corner
Occupational Therapist Megan’s tip about Fall Prevention:
“Focus on making changes that are specific to your lifestyle and what feels attainable. It can feel overwhelming to look at a list of 20 things you need to change, so pick a couple of things to focus on at a time - any change is a positive step in the right direction!”
This pamphlet from the Public Health Agency of Canada is full of great tips and advice. Pick a few to start with and go from there!
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Occupational Therapist, Nicole’s tip about Fall Prevention:
“Fear of falling decreases people’s confidence in their ability to move about and increases isolation. It is important to be able to recognize when anxiety is decreasing our desire to mobilize. There are many ways we can approach anxiety. Sometimes this is done by building up our confidence by increasing the amount we move. People can also learn techniques to challenge anxious thoughts and lower stress related to falls.”
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Client Success Story
Virginia
Virginia sustained a fall and was hospitalized for a long while. Since she has been back home, she has been seeing Physiotherapist, Noémie and she has been consistent with her exercise program, proving that Progress is Possible and that Consistency is Key by making huge progress - to the point that she can now stand independently without her walker for over 2 minutes and can walk independently to the dining room and back!
Congrats Virginia, it's been awesome witnessing how far you have come!
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‘Tis the Season
As the weather begins to turn colder and wetter, try some online exercise videos in your home.
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Nutrition Tip
Did you know that HYDRATION has a big part to play in Fall Prevention?
Body composition changes as we age and our bodies don’t demand water like they did when we were younger. This can lead to fatigue, weakness, dizziness, dry mouth/cough, muscle cramps, temperature intolerance, headaches and more.
Here are some tips to encourage increased water intake:
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Boost water flavour using fruit or flavourings.
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Avoid caffeine - coffee and tea are diuretics, which means you will have to urinate more often causing excess fluid loss.
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Choose foods with higher water content, like cucumbers, celery, watermelon, tuna, or brown rice.
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Keep water nearby so you are reminded to drink more often
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Limit fluid intake 2 hours before bedtime to reduce your need to get up throughout the night to pee.
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Recipe of the Month
Check out this high hydration recipe for Chicken & Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce from EatingWell
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Protect Yourself
There are many scams that start flying around near the holidays, especially with the Canada Post strike happening right now. Be on alert for scammers trying to capitalize on this.
The Grandparent scam is on the rise lately, so please be aware!
“This scam often begins with a phone call or email from a ‘family member’ in trouble who needs you to send them money or personal information now. They may claim to be your grandchild who is going to get arrested unless you send them cryptocurrency right away. This scam is created by cyber criminals who target older adults to steal from them by exploiting their love for their families.
Beware of any unexpected phone calls or messages from people claiming to be a loved one (like your grandchild). Ask yourself whether your loved one would actually need what they’re asking you for and whether they would contact you in this way to get it. Reach out to the loved one through another medium like calling them directly or messaging them on another social media platform to confirm the request. Do not feel rushed to act right away. Even in an emergency, your real loved ones would want you to be cautious and think it through!”
Click the link to learn more about how to better protect yourself.
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PhysioCare At Home takes your security very seriously. The appointment and billing website we use (Jane) has everything we need to ensure your experience is safe and reliable. Should you have any security-related questions, please feel free to contact us directly.
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