by Katie Wolfley, PT DPT | May 16, 2023 | Balance, Injury Prevention
Do you struggle with balance or mobility, or feel like your lower body is weak? Try performing a 30-second Sit-to-Stand Test. The Sit-to-Stand Test is a simple assessment that measures your strength and mobility and can give you a better indication of lower-body...
by Christopher Ponichtera PT DPT | Apr 6, 2023 | Balance
Do you struggle with bad balance or worry about slipping and falling? Try this simple, at-home exercise sequence. Good balance is crucial to remaining injury-free and independent as we age. Build Your Balance In this video, Physical Therapist Chris Ponichtera, PT DPT,...
by Christopher Ponichtera PT DPT | Mar 30, 2023 | Balance
Are you struggling with balance and worry it’ll increase your risk of falling? Maintaining good balance is crucial for everyday activities and preventing falls, especially as we age. Try this simple, at-home assessment to better gauge your fall risk. Determine Your...
by Jill Katz, MS OTR/L | Feb 23, 2023 | Balance
Fall prevention is important, especially as we age — or a snowy Buffalo winter sets in! Even in challenging conditions, slipping, tripping, or falling doesn’t have to be inevitable, or something to live in fear of. Try adding these fall-prevention measures...
by Christopher Ponichtera PT DPT | Sep 20, 2022 | Balance
Do you worry about losing your balance? It’s a concern we hear often in our clinics. What many patients don’t realize is that poor balance isn’t inevitable with aging. With practice, you can improve your balance and prevent falls. Improve Your Balance In the video...
by Emily Whitaker | Jan 25, 2022 | Balance
Do you feel off balance or worry about slipping and falling? If you do, try this exercise. Building leg strength and stability are necessary to improve balance. They will help you feel more confident when walking down the street, negotiating a curb, or going up and...
