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5 Common Gait Abnormalities Among the Elderly

5 Common Gait Abnormalities Among the Elderly A gait abnormality, also known as abnormal gait, refers to a deviation from the typical manner of walking. It can be caused by various factors, including neurological or musculoskeletal disorders, pain, weakness, injuries, or imbalances. Gait abnormalities can affect your patient's timing, coordination, and rhythm of walking. This [...]

How to Improve Elderly Fall Prevention in Assisted Living Facilities

How to Improve Elderly Fall Prevention in Assisted Living Facilities One of the most significant challenges assisted living facilities face is the prevention of elderly falls. Although falls can be highly preventable, they continue to be the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in older adults. According to the National Council on Aging, 25% [...]

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Benefits of High Intensity Gait Training

High-Intensity Gait Training Benefits What is High-Intensity Gait Training (HIGT)? HIGT is a walking and stepping practice that aims to keep your patient's heart rate over a certain target level. That level is specific to the patient and will be determined by the physical therapist. The physical therapist will assign walking exercises that keep the [...]

How To Perform Safe Balance Assessment Tests

How To Perform Safe Balance Assessment Tests What Are Balance Assessments? Balance assessments are a necessary part of physical therapy, geriatric care, and sports medicine to assess your patient’s balance and fall risks. These tests are essential to evaluate a person’s ability to maintain their balance while performing various tasks or movements. Patients are typically [...]

Increase Your Facilities Bottom Line with Solo-Step!

Increase Your Facilities Bottom Line with Solo-Step! The Solo-Step Safety Overhead System is a simple, affordable, and effective way to protect your patients during physical therapy or in your healthcare facility. Not only does the Solo-Step Overhead Track and Harness System increase patient confidence and prevent patient falls, but it can also be a useful [...]

7 Ways to Improve Patient Retention in Your Physical Therapy Clinic

7 Ways to Improve Patient Retention in Your Physical Therapy Clinic When you lose a patient to another physical therapy clinic, your business could lose thousands and thousands of dollars. Each patient interaction, from the first call and appointment to treatment and follow-up, is an opportunity to make a great impression and improve patient satisfaction. [...]