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Physical Therapy for Senior Citizens

Learn about physical therapy for problems that typically affect senior citizens.

Movement Changes in Patients with Parkinson's Disease

Changes in motor control that often occurs with Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease

A general overview of Parkinson's disease and physical therapy treatment options.

Exercise for People with Parkinson's Disease

Exercise can help improve mobility for people with Parkinson's disease.

Physical Therapy Evaluation for Parkinson's Disease

What to expect during a physical therapy evaluation if you have Parkinson's disease.

Fall-Proof Your Home

Make changes to your home environment to help minimize the risk of falling.

Assistance With Mobility in Physical Therapy

Understand the various levels of assistance required to maintain independent functional mobility.

Where Does Balance Come From?

Where does balance come from and how you can improve your balance and prevent falls.

Common Mobility Devices Used in Physical Therapy

Understand the common devices used to help improve safe mobility.

How to Walk With a Standard Walker

These step-by-step instructions will help you learn how to walk with a standard walker.

Choosing and Using Walkers in Physical Therapy

How to choose the best standard or wheeled walker to help with mobility and walking.

Quad Canes to Help with Walking

How to choose and use a quad cane to help with walking.

Physical Therapy for a Colles' Fracture

A Colles' fracture is a common type of wrist fracture. Learn how physical therapy can help improve mobility and function after a Colles' fracture.

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