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What do you do to prevent falls?

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Our Physical Therapist said to practice standing on one leg and switching legs. Build up the time you stand on one leg gradually and stand near a wall/table so you can catch yourself if you lose balance.

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@hicopd Strengthening your core and leg muscles is the best way to help your body avoid falls. Lunges and squats etc if you can do them I do them 3x per week in a gym class. Core work like yoga and pilates is excellent. Standing on one foot is hard for most people over 65 as well as those of us with neuropathy. I don't believe that it is really an exercise that is helpful. I work out 5 days a week and balance exercises are never that helpful. It is a measure of your balance ability but it doesn't do anything to protect you from falls or recovering from tripping (which we all do). Daily vigilance of your environment and movement can make a difference along with body strengthening.