Falling Prevention For Seniors: A New Specialized Exercise Program – OTAGO -- Is Offered FREE At Spring Hills Cherry Hill Assisted Living

FALLING BY SENIORS CAN BE PREVENTED 

Weekly Training, FREE and Open to the Public, Is Offered by Genesis Rehab Services at Spring Hills Cherry Hill Assisted Living every Monday at 11 a.m.

A new exercise program for seniors called OTAGO, shown to reduce falls by 35% and endorsed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is now offered FREE to the public each Monday at 11 a.m. at Spring Hills Cherry Hill Luxury Assisted Living, 1450 Marlton Pike East in Cherry Hill, NJ 08034, just west of Rt. 295.  The classes are taught by the staff of Genesis Rehab Services, a leading provider of physical and occupational therapy and wellness services for older adults.

Guest participants are required to complete a medical release by their physician and a personal waiver. Both documents should be requested at the time of reservation by calling 856-874-7700.

A fall-prevention exercise program rigorously tested in clinical trials in New Zealand, OTAGO was developed because of the known consequences of falling for people aged 65 years and older.

“Falls are the leading cause of injury in this age group,” explains Grant Welson, MPT, MBA, Senior Program Manager at Genesis Rehabilitation Services. “We know that falls result in trauma, pain and impaired function. In addition, medical research indicates that after a fall, there is often loss of confidence in carrying out everyday activities, loss of independence and autonomy. The OTAGO exercise program focuses on increasing strength, flexibility, balance and reaction time which all contribute to increased stability. Even people in their 90s can improve their strength and balance sufficiently to avoid falls.”

Designed to be easy to practice and affordable, the exercise program for those 65 and older includes

• Strengthening exercises for lower leg muscle groups using ankle cuff weights
• Balance and stability exercises such as standing with one foot in front of the other and walking on the toes
• Active range of motion exercises such as neck rotation and hip and knee extensions

By sharing this opportunity with the community, Spring Hills Cherry Hill advances its commitment to its Signature Touches mission, delivering a rich and fulfilling life to its many residents, with health benefits that increase their quality of life and social interaction with the extended community.

The Spring Hills Cherry Hill Luxury Assisted Living Community provides assisted living and memory care with the finest amenities and is located at 1450 Marlton Pike East in Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. For more information, visit www.springhillscherryhill.com or call 856-874-7700.

All Spring Hills Senior Communities offer a distinctive and innovative approach to assisted living and Home Care Services.  Signature Touches is the company’s approach to offering services that are designed to meet the needs and preferences of residents and clients. Personal choice is top priority, which is exemplified by recreational programs led by professionals in one of the company’s eight communities located in NJ, VA, OH and FL or in their own home.  For more information about their commitment to senior living, including information on Spring Hills Home Care Services, visit www.spring-hills.com.