Understanding Falls & Prevention

Falls are preventable

At FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, fall prevention is the cornerstone of our mission: "Balance" is part of our name after all! September 22nd is National Falls Prevention Awareness Days, and ever we bring focus to this very important topic through our "Fight the Fall" initiative.

We are offering FREE Fall Risk Screenings during the month of September to identify individuals of all ages and conditions who may be at risk of falling. To set up your free screening, call our office to request an appointment today!

Why does this matter?

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than one out of four older people (those aged 65 and up) falls each year.

The CDC has also found:

More than 3 million older people are injured in falls receive treatment in emergency departments each year.
At least 300,000 older people are hospitalized for hip fractures each year. Of these hip fractures, 95 percent are caused by falling.
Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries.
Medical costs for falls in 2015 were more than $50 billion, with Medicare and Medicaid taking on 75 percent of these costs.
A person who falls once becomes more likely to fall again, especially at an older age.
People who have fallen in the past tend to become fearful of another fall, which can make them socially withdrawn.

Musculoskeletal conditions can be managed and even reversed with proper exercise and movement. The physical therapists at FYZICAL Moss Bluff can help accelerate your body’s natural healing processes and get you moving again.

At FYZICAL Moss Bluff, we offer free consultations to determine if your condition may benefit from a Physical Therapy visit to evaluate and diagnose your musculoskeletal pain. Our skilled physical therapists will create an individualized treatment plan tailored to your needs and establish goals to help manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

If you or a loved one are suffering from musculoskeletal pain or mobility issues, contact us today to learn more about our orthopedic health program.

What Is Orthopedic Health?

Orthopedic health covers a variety of conditions, including arthritis, osteoporosis, spinal pain, fractures, sprains, strains and tears, work and sports injuries, and joint replacements, as well as congenital deformities.

The goals of orthopedic physical therapy are to decrease pain, restore motion and improve function, which allows you to return to your normal activities. Orthopedic specialists use a variety of techniques, including education, manual therapy, and exercises, as well as orthopedic devices, including orthotics, prosthetics, casts, braces, taping, and splints, to achieve these goals.

Understanding Falls & Prevention