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Improve Balance and Reduce Fall Risks

In Person Program with Physical Therapist

Learn about the key body systems that interact to maintain balance, the risk factors for falls, early signs of higher fall risks, & modifiable risk factors to ultimately prevent the risks of a fall.

Maximize balance and minimalize the risks for falls:

• Understand the components of balance and how it interacts with the body.
• Identify common modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for falls.
• Explore effective interventions to improve balance and prevent falls through PT services.
• Apply falls prevention strategies in daily life or clinical practice.

Drayer Physical Therapist John Fabbiani will talk about the importance of balance, as it relates to the risk of potential falls. You will learn about the key body systems that interact in order to maintain balance, the potential risk factors for falls, recognizing early signs of higher fall risks, and covering modifiable risk factors to ultimately prevent the risk of a fall. Interventions delivered specifically from physical therapy services, will be included throughout this presentation in providing examples in how to maintain and improve balance. By the end of the session, you’ll be able to identify potential risk factors for yourself or your loved ones, understand preventative measures, and know how to promote a healthier and active lifestyle in order to improve one’s quality of life.

About the Presenter and Drayer Physical Therapy: John K. Fabbiani, PT, DPT, CSCS currently works as a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Drayer Physical Therapy Institute of Roxbury, NJ. To the patients, we commit to provide the most effective, clinically superior physical therapy humanly possible. The measure of our success will be found in the trust we build and in the hearts of those we heal. To our employees, we commit to provide a positive, respectful, and fair work environment. We will invest in their professional growth to ensure a compassionate and knowledgeable team of professionals. Our culture is driven by values and principles. We are committed to leading the way to good health...it is our business.

This event and all our programs are made possible by the Friends of the Roxbury Library.  Register online or by calling the library at (973) 584-2400.

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