fall prevention

We often associate aging with slowing down. However, how we age is largely influenced by how we live. While we can't stop time, we can influence how we move through it. One of the most powerful tools we have? Exercise. Benefits of Staying Active as You Age As we age, staying active becomes more important than ever. Regular exercise plays a vital role in preventing injury, maintaining function, and even…

Ever hear your grandparent say “I’m too old for that,” or “I can’t be doing that at my age.” Why does life have to slow down once you reach 70 or 80?  If you asked your grandparent what they would like to be doing 10 to 20 years from now what would they say? For instance, some of our clients at Longevity Nexum want to be able to ski on…

Do you or someone you know have a fear of falling? Perhaps you’ve had bad fall or know someone who has fallen and was negatively impacted. As we age our risk of falling increases, and so does our fear of falling again. But don’t let the fear of falling prevent you from being active, as inactivity can lead to an even greater risk of falling! Falls can result in chronic…

As we age our risk of falling increases, and so does our fear of falling again… In Canada, falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, with 20-30% of seniors experiencing one or more falls each year. Falls also cause 85% of seniors' injury-related hospitalizations, 95% of all hip fractures, and over one third of seniors are admitted to long-term care following hospitalization for a fall. The first…