LOSS OF INDEPENDENCE
"How to continue living in your own home and take care of yourself, even if you think you're getting too old."
If you've noticed you are having a harder time taking care of your home and moving around in the community, it's tempting to think that it's just a normal part of aging. You may think that because "everyone" your age seems to be having the same trouble as you that it's something you will have to learn to live with.
You may not know when it was that you started to lose your confidence and when everything became more difficult to manage, but now it's starting to limit what you're able to do on your own. If this is happening to you, you're not alone. We hear these types of things all the time. In fact, Loss of Independence is one of the most common problems we see at HouseFit.
And when it comes to losing your independence, everyone we see wants to know...
"How Do I Avoid Becoming Dependent On Others?"
Most people realize that their strength and independence won't magically get better on its own, but they still don't take action. It might be because they don't know what steps to take to start regaining their strength and ability to move around better OR they don't truly believe mobility and independence can be improved "at their age". Fortunately, there are several options to help you stay active and taking care of yourself as you age. Continue reading to find out more about our Specialty Services.
Physical Therapy
Our Physical Therapy Team specializes in helping you be more independent and active in your daily life! Our team of aging specialists treat all of our clients one-on-one so that we can focus on your specific issues with staying independent and create a customized plan for you. Choose to have your therapy sessions at our South County Location or with our In-Home Physical Therapy Team in the comfort of your own home.
Physical Therapy Is Perfect For People Who:
ExerMoves® Group Fitness Program
Our ExerMoves Group Fitness Program provides group classes using a medical fitness model and is an excellent way to maintain and improve your independence with age. All of our classes are taught by our Physical Therapy Team and our classes are designed with the focus of keeping you independent and confident on your feet as you age. Our classes are small to allow for a more individualized experience. Our team is able to modify the routines to meet the needs of all fitness levels. We are experts in aging and challenge our clients to maximize their fitness with each class. Classes are offered in-person and online!
You may not know when it was that you started to lose your confidence and when everything became more difficult to manage, but now it's starting to limit what you're able to do on your own. If this is happening to you, you're not alone. We hear these types of things all the time. In fact, Loss of Independence is one of the most common problems we see at HouseFit.
And when it comes to losing your independence, everyone we see wants to know...
"How Do I Avoid Becoming Dependent On Others?"
Most people realize that their strength and independence won't magically get better on its own, but they still don't take action. It might be because they don't know what steps to take to start regaining their strength and ability to move around better OR they don't truly believe mobility and independence can be improved "at their age". Fortunately, there are several options to help you stay active and taking care of yourself as you age. Continue reading to find out more about our Specialty Services.
Physical Therapy
Our Physical Therapy Team specializes in helping you be more independent and active in your daily life! Our team of aging specialists treat all of our clients one-on-one so that we can focus on your specific issues with staying independent and create a customized plan for you. Choose to have your therapy sessions at our South County Location or with our In-Home Physical Therapy Team in the comfort of your own home.
Physical Therapy Is Perfect For People Who:
- Are having trouble moving around their home or out in the community due to loss of strength or endurance.
- Are having more trouble performing their daily routines due to feeling weak or unsteady on their feet.
- Have started to give up the things they love to do because it's gotten too hard to do them.
- Want to continue living in their own homes, but aren't sure they are going to be able to.
- Are worried about becoming a burden on their loved ones due to losing their independence.
ExerMoves® Group Fitness Program
Our ExerMoves Group Fitness Program provides group classes using a medical fitness model and is an excellent way to maintain and improve your independence with age. All of our classes are taught by our Physical Therapy Team and our classes are designed with the focus of keeping you independent and confident on your feet as you age. Our classes are small to allow for a more individualized experience. Our team is able to modify the routines to meet the needs of all fitness levels. We are experts in aging and challenge our clients to maximize their fitness with each class. Classes are offered in-person and online!
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ExerMoves Classes Are Perfect For People 55+ Who:
⭐ Want specialized options to improve & maintain their independence. ⭐ Had a previous bad experience or are intimidated by a "traditional gym". ⭐ Have lost access to their regular exercise classes and are now feeling weaker. ⭐ Know they need to exercise, but are struggling to do it on their own. ⭐ Are nervous about starting to exercise again or have never exercised before. ⭐ Would benefit from expert instructors to ensure a safe workout. ⭐ Want to make sure they stay strong and independent as long as possible. Request our current class schedule at (314) 939-1377 or info@housefitstl.com * Registration Required |
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Reactive Step Training
A new form of balance training is emerging to help older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real world "slips" and "trips" in a controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology!
A new form of balance training is emerging to help older adults stay steady on their feet. It’s called Reactive Step Training and it’s based on the principle of intentionally pushing someone off balance so they can practice catching themselves. Our ActiveStep Balance Trainer replicates real world "slips" and "trips" in a controlled environment. With practice, your reflexes get stronger and your balance improves. Users can reduce their fall risk by 50% after using this cutting edge technology!
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The ActiveStep Balance Trainer Is Perfect For People Who:
⭐ Feel unsteady on their feet and worry about falling. ⭐ Slip or trip and rely on their arms to catch themselves. ⭐ Rely on walls and furniture to keep their balance. ⭐ Have had a fall in the past (with or without an injury). ⭐ Want to be proactive about maintaining their balance. |
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BalanceWear® Vest
BalanceWear is a wearable garment that helps individuals become more stable with sitting, standing and walking. It is indicated for people with difficulty moving due to poor balance and for individuals with frequent falls. Each BalanceWear Vest is individualized for the patient. An assessment is performed by a BalanceWear trained therapist to determine which directions you lose your balance. Very light weights are then strategically placed to correct those imbalances. While wearing the BalanceWear Vest, many individuals have experienced positive changes in their balance, their overall ability to move and their confidence.
BalanceWear is a wearable garment that helps individuals become more stable with sitting, standing and walking. It is indicated for people with difficulty moving due to poor balance and for individuals with frequent falls. Each BalanceWear Vest is individualized for the patient. An assessment is performed by a BalanceWear trained therapist to determine which directions you lose your balance. Very light weights are then strategically placed to correct those imbalances. While wearing the BalanceWear Vest, many individuals have experienced positive changes in their balance, their overall ability to move and their confidence.
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BalanceWear Has Been Used Successfully In Patients With Diagnoses Such As:
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Look What Others Are Saying About Specialized Services From HouseFit...
Rich - 73
from Saint Louis, MO |
After a lengthy hospital stay, followed by months in a rehab facility, Rich returned home with the realization that he wasn't able to do some of the things he used to. His balance, strength and endurance weren't good enough to start working outside in the yard again. He didn't feel comfortable with taking the dog outside on a leash or driving by himself and even started to miss out on things he previously enjoyed, like camping with Boy Scouts as a Scout Leader.
When Rich started therapy with HouseFit, he not only had these goals in mind, but also had a 2-week Mediterranean Cruise scheduled for later in the year. When the time came, Rich was ready for the cruise. He had improved his endurance enough to be able to participate in walking tours. His gained strength allowed him to walk stairs and his improved balance allowed him to conquer cobblestones paths. One of his favorite sites was the Herculaneum Ruins in Italy - a place where he knew he wouldn't have been able to see without the improvements he had made in therapy. |
Al - 70
from Saint Louis, MO |
Six months ago I told my doctor that my physical ability was only at 10%. I even bought a cane in preparation for having to start using it. Since then, I've had Physical Therapy with HouseFit and I told my doctor I feel my ability level is now closer to 95%. My steps are bigger and my speed faster. I can walk up stairs and can keep up with my wife now!
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