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FEAR OF FALLING

If a person is paralyzed by a fear of falling due to age, injury or ailment, the burden on the caregiver can be that much harder. So, what do you do?

ACHIEVING GOOD POSTURE
How to exercise to establish healthful body alignment
ASCENDING AND DESCENDING STAIRS
How to assist if stairs are difficult to maneuver
BACK-SAVING SAFETY TIPS
How to stay safe in the kitchen—during the holidays and year-round
DEVELOPING LOWER-BODY STRENGTH
How to Increase It
DEVELOPING UPPER-BODY STRENGTH
How to exercise to positively impact cardiovascular function, bone strength and mental well-being
LIFTING FROM A WHEELCHAIR
How to perform safe from-chair transfers without injuring your back
PARKINSON'S WALKING TIPS
Tips for assisting Parkinson's patients with mobility issues
PROPER CRUTCH USE
How to safely walk, rise, and ascend and descend stairs
RESISTANCE TRAINING: LOWER-BODY
Bands of strength
RESISTANCE TRAINING: UPPER-BODY
More bands of strength
RISING FROM A CHAIR
How to ensure a safe and steady seated-to-standing rise
WALKER BASICS
How to choose and use a walker