Better Balance Program
Probility's approach for Better Balance patients is both high level and comprehensive. It incorporates balance training, vestibular rehab, strengthening, Tai Chi, power / speed training, and manual therapy to make sure that the patient is physically able to perform daily activities with more confidence.
A Probility physical therapist will complete a comprehensive evaluation to identify the causes of imbalance and provide a treatment plan to address specific deficits.
This may include:
- Balance re-training
- Gait training
- Strengthening
- Power/Speed training
Patients are given tools to continue their progress after discharge such as home exercises, recommendations for evidence based fall prevention programs and community exercise classes.
Criteria for Program
The Probility Better Balance criteria is as follows:
INCLUSION:
- 60 years and older.
- Berg* score of 10 or greater.
- Cognitively capable of carrying out home exercises, attending community group exercises, accurately reporting falls and questions regarding balance confidence.
EXCLUSION:
- Progressive neurological disorder (i.e., PD, ALS, MS)
- Respiratory or cardiac disorder that interferes with patient’s ability to carry out home exercises or group classes.
Follow Up
The Better Balance treatment approach will be used for all patients with the goal to improve balance.
Patients that meet specific criteria* will receive a follow up phone call six months to one year after discharge to track balance confidence and falls.
Probility also offers vestibular rehab to help patients that experience dizziness and/or vertigo.
*The physical therapist will determine if the patient is a candidate for the better balance program.
Better Balance Program mission: Guiding your journey to better balance, for an independent and confident life.
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