Physical therapy services are something that most seniors need after a hospital stay, or after they have had a fall or an injury. But did you know that physical therapy can benefit seniors even if they don’t have any immediate injury or medical condition? Getting physical therapy at home can help seniors remain independent and living in their own homes. Seniors who want to stay at home as they get older should consider starting physical therapy at home now so that they can stay strong and mobile as they get older.
Some of the ways that physical therapy can help seniors even if they’re already in pretty good shape are:
Preventing Falls
Anything that seniors can do to prevent falls is worth doing. And starting physical therapy now can help seniors prevent falls in the future. That’s because physical therapy focuses on maintaining a senior’s ability to move and their balance. When seniors are balanced on their feet and can move well they are much less likely to suffer from a fall that could result in a serious injury. There’s no way to eliminate the risk of falling, but when seniors are in good physical shape they have a much lower risk of getting seriously injured from a fall.
Maintaining Mobility
Movement is the key to maintaining mobility. Exercise is important, but so is doing the right exercise. Physical therapy consists of carefully chosen exercises based on your senior parent’s unique health situation that will help them maintain their core muscles, balance, and ability to move freely. When seniors can move freely they are more likely to stay mobile. And when seniors are feeling strong and they can move well they are more likely to exercise more which will also keep them mobile in the future.
Decreasing Pain
It’s widespread for seniors to have some chronic pain as they older. Even seniors who don’t have a painful condition like arthritis can experience joint and muscle pain. Physical therapists carefully prescribe movements that will increase blood flow and circulation which can decrease pain. Often seniors find that the more they move the less pain they have. Physical therapists can help seniors move more and lessen the amount of pain that they have without medications. Your senior parent may be surprised at how much regular movement can decrease their chronic pain.
Increased Quality Of Life
Quality of life matters to seniors and their families. Seniors who want to make the most of their retirement and head into the next phase of their lives ready to take on the world need to be ready to enjoy whatever is ahead of them. Physical therapy keeps seniors active, feeling good, and ready to face new challenges and adventures. Seniors wanting to increase their quality of life and their health should learn more about physical therapy and how it can improve their health and their lives.
If you or an aging loved one are considering Physical Therapy Services in Sandy Springs GA please contact the caring staff at Senior Solutions Home Care. (404) 266-8773
Senior Solutions Home Care is a Trusted Home Care Agency serving Atlanta, Palmetto, Alpharetta, Chattahoochee Hills, Milton, College Park, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Hapeville, Johns Creek, and all of Fulton County.
Over the years, we have expanded, providing service in all 95 counties throughout Tennessee, and we now have a growing presence in Georgia.
Senior Solutions is recognized as a top 5% independent agency and a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree in 2018, 2019, and 2020. These types of awards matter to us because they show growth in our goal of eventually touching a million lives. We’re excited to continue that growth and to touch even more families with our commitment to quality care!
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