Have Fun and Stay Balanced with our Balance Classes
Did you know that falling is one of the biggest risks to older adults? As you age, the physical, cognitive, and sensory changes in your body can increase your chances of suffering a fall, which can lead to injury or hospitalization. Fortunately, you can improve your balance and stability no matter your age!
At The Sports Clinic, we want fall prevention to be fun and accessible. That’s why we offer group balance classes at our Oakville and Carlisle, ON clinic. Spend time with other seniors as our physical therapists guide you through simple exercises designed to challenge and improve your balance.
Don’t let old age sweep you off your feet! Call us today to learn more about our balance classes.
Would I Benefit from These Classes?
Multiple factors contribute to fall risk. The more factors you have, the higher your fall risk. Here are some of the most common:
- Being 65 years or older
- Being female (women suffer more falls than men)
- Suffering from arthritis or other types of joint pain
- Having a sedentary lifestyle
- Having an impaired gait (walking pattern)
- Experiencing changes in your vision or hearing
- Suffering a fall in the past
If any of these apply to you, we encourage you to sign up! As a bonus, our balance classes will help you make friends and become more active, two factors that contribute to healthful aging.
What Can I Expect During These Classes?
Here’s what we aim to do during our balance classes:
Improve Balance
We’ll guide the class through drills and exercises to improve your overall balance and stability. For example, we might have you walk heel-to-toe or stand on one leg. And if something’s too difficult for you, we’ll suggest modifications.
Increase Strength
Muscular strength and endurance play an essential role in keeping you on your feet. We’ll guide the class through age-appropriate exercises.
Reduce External Risk Factors
Finally, our classes will give you the tools you need to avoid falls in your day-to-day life. This is often as simple as keeping walkways clear of debris or loose rugs, for example.
The balance classes at The Sports Clinic are a fun and easy way to work on your balance. Book online today!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!