Good evening @SusanEllen66. Falling is frightening. You pick yourself up and try to remember just what happened and why? About a year ago, my left leg just decided to give up on me every once in a while. My endocrinologist at Mayo had chosen to refer me to a Physical Therapist. She put together a program for me that is part of Medbridge. It was interesting as well as challenging and I thought my body was responding well. Unfortunately, my right leg then decided it needed a turn at giving in. And so, the effort became more concentrated.

What I have discovered has impressed me. Today, there are definitive guidelines for helping PTs know when the patients' bodies are meeting specific goals like reducing falls. I have been working with the expertise of Medbridge as interpreted by my PT to provide strength and balance-building exercises. As of last week, I am only two "Sit to Stand" lifts away from meeting the goal of 13 in 30 seconds. I have made it to 11. I started at about 5 or 6. Not only do I feel like I have made some real progress, I feel safer and have begun walking along the river once again.

The other effort on my behalf was to request the purchase of a Rollator. What a great support "assist". It is a walker with wheels and some added accessories like a seat with back support. Have you ever found that pushing the shopping cart at the grocery store provides stability support? Now, I get the same support with my Rollator even outside the grocery store.

When we accept "assists" there are some emotional issues because everyone who sees you will know you have some aging or physical issues. Well....once I got over feeling exposed and a bit decrepit I was thrilled to feel safe and supported.

Does this give you an idea of something that might help you move more securely? Please let me know. I will be waiting to hear from you.

May you be free of suffering and the causes of suffering.
Chris