Falls are very common, particularly in our ageing community, and can induce a fear of repeated falls. Many falls can be prevented once the cause of the fall is determined.

Factors that may contribute to a fall are:

-       Visual difficulties

-       Reduced muscle strength or muscle tightness

-       Inadequate footwear

-       Medical conditions

-       Side effects of medications

-       Unsteady walking/ poor balance

-       Home hazards

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in educating people about falls risks and how to improve their own physical wellbeing. Home visits can be performed to assess the safety of the person’s environment and to make recommendations on how to enhance the safety of the home.

It is never too late to start exercising.

Physiotherapists at Neuro-Solutions can design an exercise program to target falls prevention. A falls prevention program may include exercises to:

-       Gain muscle strength and flexibility

-       Improve balance reactions and postural control

-       Enhance confidence

-       Use walking aids more effectively

-       Assist walking on uneven ground and around obstacles

Physiotherapists are also able to provide a ‘Falls Emergency Plan’ so you will know how to summon help if you fall and the easiest way to get up.

For more information on Spinal Cord Injury please contact;

Neuro-Solutions Ph: (03) 9893-3598 or email admin@neuro-solutions.net