If you recently took a tumble, physiotherapy can help!
Falling can be frightening – it is sudden, unexpected, and can sometimes result in serious injury. The risk of falling increases with age and can lead to fractures, surgery, fear of falling and remaining house-bound. One uneven sidewalk could mean weeks of recovery! Fortunately, the physiotherapists at Physio For Seniors in Howe Street and Denman Street, BC Area can help you rehabilitate injuries from falls quickly and efficiently.
What injuries can result from a slip and fall accident?
A fall can result in several types of injuries depending on how you land. Some injuries may require surgery to repair, while others might simply result in persistent pain. Here are some of the common injuries that can result from a slip and fall accident:
- Back and spinal injuries: If you fall backward, you risk damage to your vertebral column. This can lead to injuries such as a herniated disc, fractured vertebrae, muscle strain, ligament sprain and other conditions.
- Wrist injuries: If you fall forward, you may extend your hands to catch yourself, resulting in a sprain or fracture at the wrist joint.
- Hip injuries: For older people, hip fractures are a common injury after a fall and can seriously impact balance and mobility.
- Concussions: If your head collides with the ground during your fall, it could lead to a concussion, a type of traumatic brain injury that can lead to headaches, dizziness and difficulty concentrating.
How physiotherapy can help you recover from a fall
There are two main ways that the therapists at Physio For Seniors in Howe Street and Denman Street, BC Area can help you rehabilitate after a fall.
If your fall-related injuries are severe enough to warrant surgery or other medical interventions, we play a crucial part in your recovery process afterward. We will work with you to relieve pain and inflammation, regain strength and mobility, to get you back on your feet.
We can also help with pain relief and healing in the event of milder injuries, such as a muscle strain or ligament sprain. Furthermore, our therapists will assist you to prevent future falls by working on balance and stability.
Schedule an appointment with Physio For Seniors today
Injury from a fall does not have to hold you back. The physiotherapists at Physio For Seniors will help you get back on your feet–and stay there!
