The holidays are here, so take extra caution around your home since there could be an increase risk of falls. Although if you do fall, there is help available.
Dr. Lorri Lankiewicz, with Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers by Balance for Wellness, talked to our newsroom about the risk of falls and offered statistics on the number of falls. She says there is a danger of injury and individuals, who are not steady on their feet, may become fearful. Some people, according to Dr. Lankiewicz, then become complaisant, which can have negative effects.
If you do fall, you may need emergency care. Dr. Lankiewicz says physical therapy and a rehab program can have positive results. At Balance for Wellness in Butler, they have a harness system that can be used. Dr. Lori says that can not only help with healing but elevate fear that has developed.
Balance for Wellness also has a free ‘balance & fall’ assessment which can determine if you are at risk for a fall.
For more information, call 724-481-1141 or visit www.balance4wellness.com.
Written By: Tracey Morgan for the Butler Radio Network
