David McAdon, a physical-therapist assistant and alternative-modalities specialist at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System, said basic upper and lower extremity table exercises and some balance ...

“Balance and falls continue to grow as a challenge facing our seniors,” says Dr. RJ Williams, a physical therapist at FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers.. “The complicating part is that it ...

Stenger, who uses a wheelchair, has a disorder that causes a complete lack of sensation anywhere on her body. After doing leg ...

If your balance is shaky, physical therapy can help keep you from slipping or tripping. That’s critical because about 1 in 4 adults ages 65 and over fall each year. To help prevent this, have ...

4 exercises to improve strength and mobility as we age, according to a physical therapist As we get older, it’s especially important to focus on endurance, flexibility, balance and strength.

For healthier joints, aim to move regularly and work on your balance and stability. Simple exercises can help prevent knee pain from derailing your routine, according to a physical therapist.