Falls are the most common cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in older adults. FYZICAL Twin City Bangor’s fall prevention programs are here to help.
BANGOR — FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, the leader in balance and vestibular therapies, is asking for your help to “Fight the Fall.” Over one in four seniors fall each year and this population is at a greater risk for injury and long-term health consequences relating to their falls.
While FYZICAL focuses on fall prevention and balance retraining all year long, September is home to National Falls Prevention Day (9/22) and the National Council of Aging’s Falls Awareness Week (9/18 to 9/22). FYZICAL Twin City Bangor is one of the many clinics offering free fall risk screenings to identify fall risk among middle-aged and older individuals.
“Fall prevention is at the heart of what we do at FYZICAL,” said Bill Beane, owner of FYZICAL Twin City Bangor. “We’re committed to giving our patients the tools they need to live safer, healthier lives. Since balance is key to wellness, one of our key goals is to help our community stay steady on their feet. Falls can happen to anyone, and prevention is crucial. At FYZICAL Twin City Bangor, we specialize in balance therapy and vestibular rehabilitation to enhance our patients’ quality of life and reduce the risk and severity of falls.”
FYZICAL’s fall risk screenings include a subjective questionnaire, static and dynamic balance exercises, including the 10-second single-legged stance exercise, which has been proven to be a strong predictor of survival in fall patients in a study by the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Balance screenings are not standard in routine physical examinations of middle-aged and older patients, so it is important that they seek the information elsewhere to stay informed. The best way to prevent injury among friends and family is to be aware of who is at risk.
“As someone who has always valued community wellness, I’m incredibly proud to offer these free fall risk screenings,” said Karen Beane, co-owner of FYZICAL Twin City Bangor. “Preventing falls is not just about safety; it’s about maintaining independence and quality of life. Offering these screenings is our way of giving back to the community and helping our neighbors stay strong, confident, and steady on their feet.”
For more information or to schedule a free fall risk screening for yourself or a loved one, please call 207-291-5714.
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers stands at the forefront of the health and wellness industry as the nation’s fastest growing physical therapy franchise, boasting an extensive network of over 500 locations that span across 45 states. Committed to a holistic approach, FYZICAL provides top-notch, personalized care plans to treat patients of all ages experiencing muscle, joint, and neurological conditions including balance and vestibular issues. As an advocate for patient choice and direct access, FYZICAL empowers individuals to take control of their well-being to achieve optimal physical health and balance. For more information about FYZICAL or to find the nearest location, visit fyzical.com.
