Mobility challenges become increasingly common as people age. It often stems from falls, weakness, balance problems, and fear of movement, and the solution to this comes in the form of geriatric physiotherapy for elderly in Dubai services. Yes, indeed, and it is quite heart-breaking to watch your mother or father, sitting down timidly, and not indulging in their usual activities just because they are afraid they would fall when they try to walk on their own. Synergy Medical Centre helps reclaim mobility in elderly so they can rebuild confidence, and dramatically reduce fall risk through personalised, evidence-based physiotherapy services.
The Fear Of Fall Can Be Countered With Geriatric Physiotherapy For Elderly In Dubai
Elderly individuals could have the fear of falling because of various factors. Though it varies from individual to individual, here are some common factors that contribute to reduced mobility:
●
Arthritis
stiffens jointsArthritis
stiffens joints
●
Muscle weakness happens when they don't move muchArthritis
stiffens joints
● Neurological conditions that affect balance
● Previous injuries or falls that cause fear & anxiety
This feeling of anxiety restricts movements, creating a dangerous cycle of increasing immobility. What happens when your elderly loved one decides to become sedentary? Here are the serious consequences they will have to face:
● ● Accelerated muscle loss
● Bone density reduction
● Cardiovascular deconditioning
● Mental health
decline
● Comprehensive assessment : A geriatric physiotherapist evaluates the health of your elderly parent and assesses their strength, balance, gait, footwear, joint range, and even the home they live in before suggesting exercises.
● Individualised exercise plans : Once the assessment is done, the physiotherapist will provide them with focused exercises that give them strength in their lower limbs. This will also be followed with balance training, flexibility and endurance. The exercises will be planned carefully to build success and confidence in the elderly.
● Help with daily activities through mobility aids : The therapists would guide the physiotherapists with real-world walking, stair-climbing, and transfers, and would provide them with appropriate walking aids and guide them on correct use.
● Helping them with managing their dizziness : Targeted rehabilitation programs for seniors to treat them with balance disorders, and guide them through spatial awareness.
● Functional task training : Guiding them through their ordinary daily activities so they can be independent, and not depend on anyone
● Education & fall-prevention strategies : If it is the fear of falling that keeps the elders confined to their chair or bed, the therapists will not only build their confidence, but suggest home modifications, footwear advice, and safe movement strategies, so they can have a safer environment.
With the services provided by Synergy, you can watch your loved one regain routine independence, and move safely around the house. As the days progress they might even go for short walks in the garden or join social activities again.