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NJCher

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15. been looking for a place to start with this

Reply to LatteLady (Reply #11)

Tue Feb 3, 2026, 06:09 PM

9 hrs ago

Wow, LatteLady. thank you for this information. A friend and I have been wondering where to start, and your post gets us going.

It's quite demanding, but well worth it.

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Seniors & Falls - Fall Prevention, Exercises, Quality of Life, Overcome Fear of Falling [View all] appalachiablue Jan 23 OP

Very useful info karin_sj Jan 23 #1

You're welcome, thanks for posting! I can't vouch for the specialist in this Video Below appalachiablue Jan 23 #2

A good friend, 70YO, fell two weeks ago GreatGazoo Jan 23 #3

So true, and good points about uti's and rolling to lessen physical impacts. Lucky you appalachiablue Jan 23 #4

There is a saying in veterinary science "If it lays down it stays down" GreatGazoo Jan 23 #5

Very interesting, esp muscle memory, tx. I had a broken pelvis from a fall and was lucky. appalachiablue Jan 23 #9

Staying hydrated is crucial too IbogaProject Jan 23 #6

Yes, I've read a little on hydration, thanks for mentioning it. appalachiablue Jan 23 #8

More than a year ago is when my friend first went to see an ortho for a hip replacement. The ball joint kept popping in2herbs Jan 23 #7

Hey but all those "profits" are supporting the 10% who generate half of our consumption IbogaProject Jan 23 #12

My worst nightmare is falling. a kennedy Jan 23 #10

IK, a real issue esp with age. Proper exercises & work with a physical therapist can help. See #11. appalachiablue Jan 25 #14

Great topic but with some misinformation LatteLady Jan 23 #11

Thanks for the info, esp re therapy, finding a PT and community programs. Good to know. appalachiablue Jan 25 #13

been looking for a place to start with this NJCher 9 hrs ago #15