by Emily Whitaker | Sep 25, 2024 | Fitness & Wellness
3 Fall Risk Assessments You Can Do at Home As we age, it’s natural for our balance and strength to change, increasing the risk of falls. Fortunately, there are simple ways to assess your fall risk at home. If you’re concerned about falling, try the three...
by Emily Whitaker | Jun 17, 2024 | Upper Body
Understanding Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Have you ever felt like the room was spinning or experienced sudden dizziness out of nowhere? These sensations can be alarming and disorienting, often leaving you wondering what’s going on. What you’re...
by Emily Whitaker | May 2, 2024 | Fitness & Wellness
8 Seated Exercises for a Full-Body Workout Struggling with balance can feel like a barrier to achieving your fitness goals. Whether it’s navigating the gym floor or performing routine exercises, the fear of falling can overshadow even the most determined...
by Emily Whitaker | Feb 5, 2024 | Fitness & Wellness
How to Properly Use an Assistive Device Navigating with an assistive device may seem daunting, especially for first-timers. Many receive crutches or canes post-injury or surgery without proper instructions. That said, using such a device can be easier than you think...
by Emily Whitaker | Jan 6, 2024 | Fitness & Wellness
How to Keep Your Balance This Winter Winter in Western New York can be a beautiful sight, but it often comes with icy challenges. Walking on slippery sidewalks and pathways can be risky, with the potential for slips and falls that can lead to injuries. To help you...