Physical Rehabilitation for Seniors

Many seniors experience injuries due to weak bones and muscles, loss of balance and coordination, and poor eyesight. According to the CDC, one out of every four elderly people has experienced falls, with such incidents leading to millions of injuries every year. That's why physical rehabilitation treatment is no longer an option but a necessity in older people.

Palm Wellness Center in Tampa has a state-of-the-art physical rehabilitation facility with licensed professionals to provide and assist older patients with physical wellness and rehabilitation needs.   

Importance of Physical Rehabilitation in Seniors

• Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents. Due to poor health, the physical strength of seniors can become unstable. Most injuries are caused by slipping or falling accidents. Therapists will recommend strength exercises fit for your age and health conditions. This is one way of strengthening the musculoskeletal system, which prevents injuries from happening.

• Alleviate The Pain. Age-related diseases like arthritis, chronic neck and back pain, and osteoporosis cause pain in the affected areas. These diseases can be debilitating and temporarily immobilizing as the pain increases. Physical therapy’s main goal is to help heal and rehabilitate the injury to reduce any discomfort from these diseases.

• Maintain Balance and Coordination. It is essential to maintain balance and coordination to avoid injuries in seniors. Therapists use therapeutic exercises and equipment like balance boards every session for better improvements and outcomes.

• Rehabilitation After a Serious Injury. Older people are at high risk of severe injuries. It’s difficult to restore their mobility in a short period of time in most patients because, when bone fractures are involved, the healing and recovery are slower due to the age. 

Palm Wellness Center handles injured seniors with extra care for a speedy recovery. 

A lot of seniors worry about how to improve their situation, especially when they get injured or experience musculoskeletal disorders. Therapists ensure that functionality, recovery, and quality of life are improved in every therapy session.