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When it comes to the common health and fitness concerns I address in older adults, reducing the risk of falls is always on the top of the objective list. Whether it is due to frequently falling in the past, or being afraid of falling in the future, the need to improve balance and overall steadiness […]

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FOX Rehabilitation on Instagram: "Danielle Cicala, MS, OTR/L working with her patient Barry to help get him back in the garden again! He demonstrates doing a simulated garden activity to practice stepping sideways between the rows of his plants with his cane to prevent falls! 🪴🥕  He practiced picking veggies with the resistive clips and then pulling weeds with the @theraband! 💪  His goal is to safely garden again by improving his use of the cane/rollator walker, dynamic balance, functional mobility, fine motor skills, and BUE strength!  #gardening #gardeninglife #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #otlife #otactivities #garden #otrl #foxrehab #functionalmovement #theraband #functionalmobility #finemotorskills" Geriatric Activities Nursing Homes, Occupational Therapy Older Adults, Occupational Therapy Adl Activities, Occupational Therapy Inpatient Rehab, Standing Balance Activities Elderly, Skilled Nursing Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Geriatrics, Geriatric Activities, Geriatric Occupational Therapy

FOX Rehabilitation on Instagram: "Danielle Cicala, MS, OTR/L working with her patient Barry to help get him back in the garden again! He demonstrates doing a simulated garden activity to practice stepping sideways between the rows of his plants with his cane to prevent falls! 🪴🥕 He practiced picking veggies with the resistive clips and then pulling weeds with the @theraband! 💪 His goal is to safely garden again by improving his use of the cane/rollator walker, dynamic balance…

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If you're an OT looking for occupation-based dynamic balance interventions to use with your patients, we've got you covered in this post! Occupational Therapy Inpatient Rehab Interventions, Tolerance Activities, Occupational Therapy Interventions, Balance Activities, Activities Adults, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Geriatric Occupational Therapy, Coordination Activities, Therapy Interventions

If you're an OT looking for occupation-based dynamic balance interventions to use with your patients, we've got you covered in this post!

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Megan, OTR/L OTD on Instagram: "Activity to facilitate LE strength & coordination - skills required for safe functional transfers and mobility.   Activity can be performed standing supported or unsupported.   Add ankle weights in grade up activity.   Documenting Tips- •standing supported versus unsupported •amount of assistance provided •verbal or tactile cues required to carry out activity  •standing versus sitting •perceived excursion post activity   #occupationaltherapy #healthcare #ot #OTRL #certifiedOT #health #wellness #whatisot #otrelentless #otd #qualityoflife #holistic #functional #purpose #truepotentional #thegoldenot #independence #lowerbody #lowerextremity #strength #coordination" Occupational Therapy In Service Projects, Standing Balance Occupational Therapy, Flaccid Arm Occupational Therapy, Geriatric Activities Nursing Homes, Occupational Therapy Inpatient Rehab Interventions, Occupational Therapy Adl Activities, Occupational Therapy Group Activities, Occupational Therapy Activities Elderly, Geriatric Activities

Megan, OTR/L OTD on Instagram: "Activity to facilitate LE strength & coordination - skills required for safe functional transfers and mobility. Activity can be performed standing supported or unsupported. Add ankle weights in grade up activity. Documenting Tips- •standing supported versus unsupported •amount of assistance provided •verbal or tactile cues required to carry out activity •standing versus sitting •perceived excursion post activity #occupationaltherapy #healthcare #ot…

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Relentlessly Fun, Deceptively Educational: DIY Shuffleboard Showdown Diy Shuffleboard, Geriatric Activities, Geriatric Occupational Therapy, Memory Care Activities, Recreational Therapy, Senior Living Activities, Therapeutic Recreation, Nursing Home Activities, Activities For Seniors

My son and I went head to head for two games of Shuffleboard on our kitchen hardwood floor the other day. He obliterated me the first game, but I came back and won the second. Both of us were pleased! Like most games, scorekeeping is required. Shuffleboard’s “10 OFF” box means that players won’t just have to add the points from each round, but they’ll have to subtract too! This was loads of fun and a subtle way to slip in some addition and subtraction practice. I made the shuffleboard court…

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🤍E m m a  L o u i s e  M c G l e n on Instagram: ""Straighten up and step into balance! 🚶‍♂️✨ Master the tandem walk for a sturdy stride. #BalanceMatters 🙌Benefits for Balance as We Age: 1. Enhances Stability: Tandem walking strengthens stabilising muscles, reducing the risk of falls. 2. Improves Coordination: Practicing heel-to-toe movement enhances coordination and motor skills. 3. Boosts Confidence: Increased balance leads to greater confidence in everyday activities. 4. Supports Joint Health: Tandem walking helps maintain joint flexibility and reduces stiffness. 5. Sharpens Focus: Concentrating on each step enhances mental focus and mindfulness. #posturalstabilityinstructor #kneepain #hippain #longtermhealthcondition #gateshead #fitnessmotivation #movetoimproveover50 #olderadult #mo Balance Activities For Elderly, Balance Activities, Activities For Elderly, Balance Training, Training Activities, Train Activities, Mental Focus, Confidence Boost, Knee Pain

🤍E m m a L o u i s e M c G l e n on Instagram: ""Straighten up and step into balance! 🚶‍♂️✨ Master the tandem walk for a sturdy stride. #BalanceMatters 🙌Benefits for Balance as We Age: 1. Enhances Stability: Tandem walking strengthens stabilising muscles, reducing the risk of falls. 2. Improves Coordination: Practicing heel-to-toe movement enhances coordination and motor skills. 3. Boosts Confidence: Increased balance leads to greater confidence in everyday activities. 4. Supports Joint…

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