As people age, their risk of falling increases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among adults aged 65 and older. Furthermore, falls can result in serious injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, and spinal cord injuries. A Billings chiropractor like Dr. Thomas Keogh can help reduce the risk of falling in elderly people by improving their balance, mobility, and overall health.
Improving Balance with Chiropractic Care
As we age, the joints in our bodies can become less flexible and our muscles can weaken. This can cause problems with balance and coordination, which can increase the risk of falling. Chiropractors can help by identifying any misalignments in the spine or other joints and using gentle adjustments to realign them. This can help reduce pain and stiffness, which can improve balance and reduce the risk of falls and related injuries.
In addition to spinal adjustments, chiropractors can also provide exercises to improve balance and coordination. These exercises can help strengthen the muscles in the legs, hips, and core, which are essential for maintaining balance.
Reducing Pain and Stiffness with Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care can also help reduce pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles, which can make it easier for elderly people to move around and maintain their balance. Pain and stiffness can be caused by a variety of factors, including arthritis, injuries, and poor posture. Chiropractors can identify the underlying causes of pain and stiffness and use gentle adjustments to realign the joints and relieve pressure on the nerves. This can help reduce pain and improve mobility, which can contribute to better balance and a reduced risk of falls.
Improving Overall Health with Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care can also contribute to better overall health, which can help reduce the risk of falls. Chiropractors can provide nutritional advice to help ensure that elderly people are getting the vitamins and minerals they need to stay healthy. They can also provide advice on lifestyle factors such as exercise, sleep, and stress management. By improving overall health, chiropractic care can help elderly people feel more energetic, confident, and capable of maintaining their balance and avoiding falls.
Visit Bare Chiropractic for Fall Prevention
If you or a loved one is at risk of falling, it’s important to take action to reduce that risk. Chiropractic care can be a valuable tool in fall prevention by improving balance, reducing pain and stiffness, and promoting overall health. At Bare Chiropractic, we specialize in helping people of all ages stay healthy, active, and balanced. Our team of experienced chiropractors can provide gentle and specific adjustments to help reduce the risk of falls and improve overall health and well-being.
If you’re interested in learning more about how chiropractic care can reduce the risk of falls in elderly people, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Thomas Keogh, who will help create a customized care plan for you.
Sources
“Deaths from Older Adult Falls.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2023 Feb. https://www.cdc.gov/falls/data/fall-deaths.html
Gillespie, L.D., Gillespie, W.J., Robertson, M.C., Lamb, S.E., Cumming, R.G., Rowe, B.H. “Interventions for preventing falls in elderly people.” Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2003; (4). https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14583918/
