Recently, Geraldine* came into Core Physiotherapy & Pilates Studio, feeling a lack of confidence when going down to the shops, or walking outside on the grass and gravel. When we assessed Geraldine* we found that her sense of balance was diminished, she was slow to change direction and found it difficult to perform activities such […]
Category: Falls & Balance
Exercises to test your balance
In this vlog, Nick shows you some exercises that you can use to test and practice your balance skills. You need to be careful doing balance exercises, if you’re unsure please consult with your physio before doing them.
Standing Posture Vlog
Adelaide’s Festival season has begun! You may be considering checking out some shows or concerts over the next month! In this vlog, Nick has some tips to help you with your posture when you’re standing at events for long periods of time.
Falls Prevention
A fall can happen to anyone at any age, but you are at a higher risk of injury as you get older. One in three people aged 65 and over fall at least once each year” (Physiotherapy & You – Preventing Falls, Issue 4, July 2008). Falls are not an inevitable part of getting older, […]