Wellness
LiveSmart: Don’t Let a Fall Sideline Your Holiday Plans
Don’t let a fall mar a joyous holiday gathering. Plan ahead to make get-togethers safe and merry, especially for seniors who are most at risk. […]
Fall prevention
Wellness
LiveSmart: Physical Therapy – The First Step in Decreasing Your Fall Risk
Falls are more common and cause more injury than many realize. The key to fall prevention is identifying why individuals, especially seniors, are prone to falling and then managing the individual’s underlying risk factors. […]
Upcoming Events
“Watch Your Step” Seminar on Sept. 6 to Discuss Fall Prevention for Seniors
St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar to discuss fall prevention, titled “Watch Your Step.” Free and open to the public, the program will take place: Thursday, September 6 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mercy Auditorium – St. Peter’s Hospital campus 310 S. Manning Blvd. (Across the street from the hospital) The distinguished speakers will: Matthew Sonagere, DO | Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital Lynda Shrager, OTR | Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association Kevin Paulsen, PT | Slingerlands Rehabilitation Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries, hospital admissions for trauma, and even death. At the “Watch Your Step” seminar, Paulsen, Shragner, and Dr. Sonagere will discuss how to prevent falls. They will provide home safety tips, suggest exercises to improve strength, speak about fall risk factors, and share how physical and occupational therapy can help decrease fall risk. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 518-525-2227 to reserve a seat.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Step Up and Decrease Your Risk of Falling
Falls are more common and cause more injury than many realize. Each year, more than two million people are treated in emergency departments nationwide for non-fatal falls. […]
Upcoming Events
“Watch Your Step” Seminar to Discuss Fall Prevention for Seniors
St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar on fall prevention, titled “Watch Your Step,” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12, in the Mercy Auditorium on the St. Peter’s Hospital campus. […]