052 Maintaining Mobility and Preventing Falls in Aging: Myths and Truths

Dr. K talks with Tiffany Shubert, a physical therapist and fall prevention expert. They discuss several common questions related to exercise and aging, including what types are best, whether chair and water exercises prevent falls, what to know about canes and walkers, and much more.
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In This Episode:

Dr. K talks with Tiffany Shubert, PT PhD, a practicing physical therapist and a leading expert on exercise for fall prevention. They discuss the best ways to maintain mobility and prevent falls in aging, including:

Why walking is often not enough, when it comes to fall prevention
Why strong legs and good balance are crucial, and which exercises help develop this
How much exercise older adults should aim to do every week
How to figure out if an older person is tired due to doing too much versus not enough
The truths about chair exercises
The truth about water exercises
Whether canes prevent falls, and how they can be helpful
What to know about canes and walkers in dementia
How to find a high-quality exercise program that will build strength in aging
When trekking poles can be a good option to support safer mobility
What to know about yoga for fall prevention, and why tai chi might be a better choice

Related episode: 

005 Interview: Otago & Proven Exercises for Fall Prevention

Videos Illustrating Otago Exercises for Fall Prevention
Seismic (formerly Superflex)
Choosing the Right Cane or Walker
National Council on Aging (NCOA): Evidence-Based Fall Prevention Programs
Go 4 Life Exercise Videos (from the National Institute on Aging at NIH)

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