2 Surprising Problems that Cause Falls in Ages 65+

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HT Physio – Over-Fifties Specialist Physio

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In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals two surprising problems that cause falls in people over age 65!
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@starsailor49 Ай бұрын

I did some extensive research into falling and found many falls happened after leaving Pubs.

@garyc39 Ай бұрын

How true.

@gracie2298 Ай бұрын

My laugh for the day, Thank You!

@rncine Ай бұрын

😂 Good one 👍

@suemoo22 Ай бұрын

😂

@ushadasari413 Ай бұрын

Oh really

@binghobson7122 2 ай бұрын

Here’s another reason older people fall over - varifocal specs! I love my varifocals but have to take them off when I’m out walking over uneven ground. They can easily lead to misjudging stairs or kerbs and cause tripping.

@robertharding2654 Ай бұрын

I'm 71 years old and have been wearing varifocals for years without any problem.

@ianstobie Ай бұрын

Agree. A particular time of risk is when you have just come back from the opticians with glasses to a new prescription. It takes time to adjust. If the boundary between the zones of close-up and distance focus have changed I find it particularly tricky.

@bill-2018 Ай бұрын

I borrowed my sister's varifocals the other day to read a menu and found them hard work.

@Bim310 Ай бұрын

After getting bifocals, I fell 4 times in 6 months. Never had falls before that. Stopped wearing them and haven't fallen since.

@alfnoakes392 Ай бұрын

@@ianstobie Yup. My first pair (at age 40ish) nearly caused me to fall off my bicycle. Fine now, and indeed when I do not have specs on and am reading print find myself tilting my head back slightly to bring the print into the lower part of the lens (which is actually parked on top of my head...).

@user-ng7hz7ow6s 2 ай бұрын

At 80 and after having two falls, I remember to think heel, toe, lift while out walking. Love, love, love your videos. Thanks. I have learned so much!!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Great work! I'm sorry to hear about your falls, but I hope the tips help to prevent any further incidents - I'm so pleased my videos have helped!

@gilbertyuga 2 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot. Now I can start doing that.

@dotrossi6631 2 ай бұрын

Good onya mate😉

@fredbaskerville4636 2 ай бұрын

Iam 90 and have only fallen over 3 or 4 timer in my life

@user-dx9nq3iw3u 2 ай бұрын

Just watched your video on mobilising the big toe . I have advanced arthritis in my big toe I do keep triping now I know why but it's very stiff can you advice me on something else?

@garyc39 Ай бұрын

When you are younger you take walking for granted.As you get older you you cant do that,you have to remember to walk properly.Your balance is off,so you have to take walking seriously.At 64 I like your videos

@catherinebirch2399 Ай бұрын

Exercise will counteract walking problems in older people.

@ferretfriend5458 28 күн бұрын

Yup😳 just turned 70 and try to be far more sensible when walking, I find my brain works quicker than my legs. As someone once said when asked what was the secret of getting old, DON'T FALL

@catherinebirch2399 28 күн бұрын

I don't have any problems with walking even though I'm an older adult. If you stay fit you should be fine.

@pt2575 2 ай бұрын

You can get a lot if exercise time in waiting in line at the store. Just don't lean over to grab a candy bar for balance. 😂

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Great tip!

@suemitchel-runow3566 Ай бұрын

Yes... good advice...I do toe raises and practice shifting weight from foot to foot and on different parks of the feet...and now ignore the candy bars too!

@irenealexander9448 Ай бұрын

It won't help people like me. All shopping is online, only exercise is opening front door and bringing items indoors Exercise of choice is gardening, also walking my Bull Mastiff...

@HeavenlyLights 2 ай бұрын

Weak calves! Loss of Big Toe extension! Thanks for this today🙏🏻☀️

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

@jerryloufretz1797 Ай бұрын

Fell in my kitchen while rushing to stove, tripped on vacumn cleaner cord. Broken hip. Now fixed. Almost the same. Treating my osteoporsis. Excercising.

@suemitchel-runow3566 Ай бұрын

How r u treating osteoporosis

@drsuessl Ай бұрын

I’m so sorry

@clawhammer704 Ай бұрын

I was a paramedic in my younger days. Most elderly fall while just getting up from a chair, bed, usually from a sudden equilibrium dizzy spell making a turn in direction. Also cats and dogs can get under or behind peoples legs while their standing. There’s many other ways such a threshold doorway, going up or down stairs, even going down handicap ramps. Changes in floor surfaces can cause a trip too. But going out on medical calls the first two is what I see and being told by elderly. I’m 65 now and I got to watch myself now.

@antonygikonyo7914 Ай бұрын

Falls have been exacerbated by increase of many chronic incurable diseases n their subsequent impact to the brain n ENT function,... resulting in balance problems, dizziness,impared sight etc,...not forgetting disease impact of entire body muscle weakness n fragile skeleton,... exercise is good but long term is useless without credible cure therapies n eventual healing....!!

@jmi5969 Ай бұрын

My case exactly. It was all fine until the cancer and chemotherapy... and now each getting up becomes a carefully planned exercise. I can easily walk two or three hours at normal human pace, but getting up without solid support is quite scary.

@judybritt6288 Ай бұрын

@@jmi5969I took care of my mom until she passed. She had minor falls in her home, and I knew it was time for her to move in with me. Mom had diabetes, high blood pressure, and had had several mini-strokes over the years. In talking to her about how she felt and watching her, I realized these things: - Neuropathy due to diabetes. She told me she had trouble walking because she couldn't feel as much (as non-diabetics). The mechanics of walking became more difficult for her because she couldn't feel if her feet were planted firmly on the floor when she walked. - Low BP. Mom was on a BP med. She did have high BP, but her med dosage was too high. I noticed she didn't lift her feet much when she walked, so she literally was tripping over her own feet. This really concerned me because I had stairs in my house. Also, she told me she got dizzy if she got out of bed or a chair too quickly. After getting a new dr in my town when she moved in with me, I told the Dr of my concerns. Mom kept a log of her daily BP readings (at her former drs instruction). Upon seeing her BP numbers, the new Dr felt her BP was consistently too low. He adjusted her BP med and that helped. She told me she didn't feel as "tired" as before. - Not being hydrated. Mom was not a big water drinker. When her dr asked about drinking water, she responded that she did. But he did not clarify to her how much water meant "plenty of water" to him. He did not know, nor did I- until later- that Mom's idea of "drinking plenty of water" was to take two sips when she took her meds. I realized later (after she passed) that she was probably dehydrated most of the time. Dehydration causes one to feel very tired, with "fuzzy" brain fog, and can lead to urinary tract infections (she had several). I didn't know this at the time. After her passing, I read an article about dehydration. It hit me that Mom probably felt very tired due to dehydration, as well as the low BP. I felt guilty about not watching Mom's hydration and encouraging her to drink more water. But, I just didn't know at the time she was under my care in my home. I think there are many reasons why elderly people fall. But, in my Mom's case, all the reasons fell into the category of her health issues, not a pet being under foot, type of flooring or shoes. - Strokes. Mom had several min-strokes over the years. She seemed to recover from them. But she had lingering effects. Although there were no easily noticeable signs like slurring words or droopy mouth, Mom had lingering balance issues. She told me she still felt weak and lost her balance easily- not as bad as right after the stroke. But she felt she still had balance problems after the stroke that didn't entirely go away. I wish you well in your recovery from cancer and the toll cancer treatments take. As a cancer survivor, I understand the assault your body goes through with the treatments. It takes a while to get "back to normal", or to get to a "new normal". Take care of yourself and best of luck with your recovery.

@dianaskarbek2664 Ай бұрын

Me too 😅

@viveviveka2651 Ай бұрын

My mother tripped over her dog's leash. She was at the top of a flight of stairs.

@craigo2142 Ай бұрын

Living in a high-rise, I walk down the stairs, but, when I take the elevator up, I do heel raises if no one else is in the elevator.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Great work!

@krazmokramer Ай бұрын

Nearly 70 and I have noticed my calves atrophying, and my right big toe has gotten very stiff over the past year. I walk two border collies and a standard poodle around 5 miles every day. Shoes/boots with laces make my toe hurt worse. I haven't had a falling problem, but I will start on these exercises to avoid a future fall. THANK YOU for this video!

@TheFirstManticore Ай бұрын

You might also think about using Vibram Fivefingers shoes. That's what I wear, and they keep me strong and flexible.

@kathiparchem6254 Ай бұрын

You may want to see a neurologist.

@LawrenceKaneshiro Ай бұрын

I find this very interesting. I just hit the 65+ mark and for the past couple of years I have found myself a bit “light on my feet” as this guy explains it. When having this conversation with my doctor, the doc recommended physical therapy. I thought the doc was nuts and couldn’t believe how physical therapy was going to fix my light headedness. After watching this video, it all makes sense. I am going to revisit this idea and try these exercises.

@marceqteje55 2 ай бұрын

I’m 73, live in Mexico and love your videos. Thank you very much.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Very happy to be of service!

@MexicoDigDoctor Ай бұрын

Same here (65, 44 here)!! Saludos! 🤗🇲🇽

@99fruitbat94 Ай бұрын

Big toe extension ! I'm 64 , work in health care and walk to and from work daily ( about 70 minutes daily ) I also spend hours on my feet at work . I have a congenital deformity of my big toes . Now I understand why I have been tripping up a bit over the last few years . Thank You so much for this advice . ❤

@lugano1999 2 ай бұрын

I have had some falls in the last couple of years (without tripping over anything in particular), One part of this is that I need to be able to bend my feet the way as you demonstrate in the video. I am going to start applying this ASAP. Thanks so much!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I hope it proves beneficial to prevent further falls for you - wishing you all the best :)

@lindap.p.1337 Ай бұрын

My husband is 77 and has had many falls. My advice to others who fall…….if your therapist gives you exercises for balance, do them. Do not ignore them. If you tell your doctor you can walk two miles……one time only does not count. When I am vacuuming, stay away from the vacuum. You know you do not have good balance and may fall. If there is an animal, trash, a blanket, a package or anything else in your path, go around or go another way. Do not take chances!!!

@mikejrexec Ай бұрын

Yes, we have a rule in our house to never leave something on the floor or out of place. We are also lucky to have a dog that will pee on anything left on the floor so that is extra incentive to keep the floor empty.

@dimazzy8626 2 ай бұрын

I learn something every time I watch your videos. So very helpful! Thank you.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

It's great to hear you find them so informative, thank you!

@TheFirstManticore Ай бұрын

To be honest, I have always had a tendency to fall because I don't pay attention to what I'm doing. But I never get hurt falling. Because getting hurt is what you call a negative reinforcement, and I learned not to do that. But I am reluctant to let a Dr. know that I have ever fallen in my life, because they make such a fuss about it.

@suemitchel-runow3566 Ай бұрын

If your bones get thinner, you will be at higher risks of fractures...and you can also start to fall in awkward ways and bruse and even get concussions....please get on a program to reduce the risk of falling...u will gain wisdom, awareness and strength, not negative reinforcement

@bobtaylor170 Ай бұрын

My mother died from a fall. She was 80. High blood pressure medications can cause an instant, catastrophic drop in blood pressure if an older person on them rises too quickly from a prone position. That is what happened to my mother. She blacked out, fell backwards, hit her head, and got a 100% fatal traumatic brain injury called a herniation. She died twenty one hours later. The fact that you have fallen is NOT a matter to be sloughed off. I'm 72, and four years ago, was on crutches for most of the year, 2020. I had some spectacular falls, the kind you expect to see only from stuntmen in movies. I do believe that it was the kindness of God which kept me from severe injury. Do not slough this off.

@druannpellegrini5661 Ай бұрын

Do NOT hide falling from your doc. They can prescribe PT to help you strengthen and learn strategies to NOT fall. Let go of your Pride and own your aging body. 😊

@seattlesix9953 2 ай бұрын

An unexpected benefit occurred after starting a ketogenic diet and eliminating all vegetable oils 20 months ago was the remission of arthritis. Another surprise was my eye floaters had disappeared. Food for thought

@patriciathomas7549 2 ай бұрын

Did you exclude olive oil, also?

@Bearwithme560 2 ай бұрын

Absolute rubbish. Seriously, information like this is potentially harmful, if anyone falls for such STUPID misinformation, and reported as such.

@patriciathomas7549 2 ай бұрын

@@Bearwithme560 What are you referring to? I went to your site and there is absolutely nothing on it! I'm taking you for a troll unless you prove otherwise.

@seattlesix9953 2 ай бұрын

@@patriciathomas7549 not initially just grain based oils, however I have eliminated all plant based foods due to lipid mimicry which can be taken into cells but degrade function. Hope this helps

@seattlesix9953 2 ай бұрын

@@patriciathomas7549 appears the admins deleted my previous reply to you… to answer your question. Yes, I exclude any plant oils now although initially, I did not and used avocado or olive oil and then learned about lipid mimicry from plant oils, Which renders animal cells functions inert.

@rumi9005 Ай бұрын

Thanks for pointing this out. I'm 75 but thankfully I walk and bicycle A LOT. I walk fast, around 6 km/hr (4 miles per hr). In the winter months I walk for twenty five minutes at least 3 times per week (so close to one and a half miles) and an hour once or twice a week (around 4 miles). So my calf muscles and my 'big toe extensions' are just fine. In the summer I generally do three fast 25 min walks a week plus two bike rides of around 30 km per week (20 miles). Takes me around one and a half hours per ride. My one issue is I don't do NEARLY enough upper body exercise. Cycling is pretty good for that, surprisingly. But I do little during the winter months. I have weights, but I rarely get round to using them. So I really feel it when I start cleaning up the garden and pond in the spring.

@mariannem8419 Ай бұрын

I have always been a klutz. I thought it was because I did not lift my legs enough when I walked, so I often tripped on things. Thank you for your exercises. I will try them.

@kathleenkumiega1092 Ай бұрын

I’m 81 and have only fallen once in the past 5 years. (Tripped over a box I was packing). I had a friend (87) who insisted on wearing old sandals, she fell & broke both femurs. She never recovered. I wear substantial shoes and pay attention to my surroundings. Also, I see so many older people shuffle when the walk.

@barbaralennon321 Ай бұрын

That is why I climb and hike hills and mountains. My bones and muscles stay strong.

@tinaflintstone8148 Ай бұрын

I’m in the hospital now from a massive fall - a lot of damage. I have no calves and no range of toe motion. If I had seen this video before, I would have done the exercises and maybe avoid the situation I’m in now.

@brentwestbrook Ай бұрын

Fortunately at 64, I've been active all my life and built my strength from about 18 to 40 in the gym. I keep active by walking at least an hour everyday along our local coast paths which are very hilly. The only time I've fallen over is a large amount of rum. But then that has nothing to do with age. Fortunately, the last time was a steep bank at a campsite on the side of a hill. Luckily, I didn't spill a drop.

@user-vo3de1dz9b Ай бұрын

🤣🤣 😝 🤣🤣

@bibsann861 Ай бұрын

Lol

@monikapuppylove7396 Ай бұрын

😂

@GregSr Ай бұрын

I'm 70 and I've fallen a few times (but not injured). In my case, I lost my footing near the bottom of my carpeted stairs due to my bi-focal glasses tricking my eyes. To avoid that, I make myself slow down and be more deliberate with where I'm focusing my eyes and placing my feet.

@tracesprite6078 Ай бұрын

Hi Greg, yes, and I keep doing my strengthening exercises because apparently that really help you to fall less.

@tomvalveede6808 2 ай бұрын

THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THE TIPS TO KEEP US UP ON OUR FEET AND WALKING! ☺️🇺🇸♥️🍀🎉🎉🎉

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Very pleased to be able to help!

@ZebaKnight Ай бұрын

Thanks to your previous video about dorsiflection (and a lot of thinking about what caused me to fall and break my shoulder in 2023), I literally chant "dorsi-----flexion" mentally as I walk home from PT - "dorsi" for my right foot step, "flexion" for my left. I bought excellent shoes that provide good support, and they enable me to feel the contact of my feet with the ground all the way through my steps. I realized that I have to reprogram how I sit, stand and move to be safe and well. I never had to think about any of that. Walking just happened well automatically. Little by little as the decades passed I bent my knees a little less, lifted my feet a little less high and flexed my feet less. The deficits weren't dramatic, but they were enough to bring me down and, unfortunately, to an operating room last month. Your teaching helps me a lot. Thank you.

@KittyCarlile-490 Ай бұрын

Medication made my bp drop and I fell breaking 3 bones in my ankle. Long recovery in a cast then wheel chair

@JC-tp5lz Ай бұрын

I hear you! As we get older, we're very likely to be on meds for something or another. I have found that my BP meds can be especially problematic for "dizziness and light headedness", both of which contribute to falls.

@Jiminca Ай бұрын

I'm new to your channel and have just subscribed. I can't tell you how timely this video is for me. I'm 66 and in decent shape but trying to 'future proof' my mobility. Thank you for your expertise!

@sandraimboden6660 Ай бұрын

Thank you. It’s usually the most basic and most simple that are the most helpful. Tai Chi fall prevention classes have been a real blessing and eye opener.

@silkytp789 Ай бұрын

I just want to take a minute out to thank you for your work and for helping all of us older folks. I can't tell you how much of a difference you've made. Good on you.

@a.h.kfoury6909 2 ай бұрын

I learn so much from your videos I am glad to have discovered your channel. Thank you so much. God bless you.❤❤

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I'm pleased you discovered my channel too - I'm pleased my videos have been helpful!

@user-vs9oq8cd8l Ай бұрын

Now, at the ripe young age of 71, I began having trouble telling vertical. A good ear cleaning and no problem afterward.

@trebledog Ай бұрын

Wow thanks dude, needed that.

@DanielaRicci-wx5zv Ай бұрын

I should also point to 2 other problems with walking that easly can lead to falls : Flat feet...diminished ability to transfer motion from heel to.big toe. Disfigured and overlaping toes due to weak foot joints Both impair the gait SIGNIFICANTLY .and make you shlopping rather than walking... shuffling your feet instead of bouncing. My friend suffers from both problems and she just fell on her driveway last week " for no apparent reason"...as she said.

@13thearl Ай бұрын

I'm 72 and these tips hopefully will help me avoid falls in the future.

@patricialimoges6708 Ай бұрын

Will, you are amazing! You are so succinct and what you say makes so much sense. My walking has improved significantly since I started including your exercises in my routine. Thanks!

@jeffg.2204 Ай бұрын

Couple of points: mobilising big toe, very good, so long as you can reach your feet. Unfortunately I have OA in lower spine. Also B/hips THR and R/knee TKR with revision that has left me with only 30 degrees of motion. The revision to my L hip also leaves me with reduced extension. I fall mainly because the knee prevents me from correcting my stance quickly enough. I’m 77 and walk 10,000 steps a day. When l fall I can’t get up without help simply because I need to get my L/leg under my body and without the ability to extend the hip on the left plus the inability to flex my knee on the right…… well you get the picture. I use a stick and always hope I fall close to a tree or similar to use as a lever. My upper body strength is good enough. My calf strength is good. Conclusion, it’s not always as simple as strengthening muscles, as you get older there are often multiple factors that stop old geezers from enjoying themselves. So far my many falls have not landed me in trouble. Main thing is to adapt with what you’ve got! 😳

@michaels7566 Ай бұрын

I am 69 and do power walk as part of my conditioning routine. I purposely push off rolling to the balls of my feet on each step which engages both calf strengthening and backward toe extension. Once you get used to walking this way it adds speed to your pace and your calves become rock hard.

@dr.garylilienthal6434 Ай бұрын

Great advice. Thank you.

@bevn3146 2 ай бұрын

Will Harlow you are this Canadian gals dream, listen to you every day have done most of your videos and enjoy them very much have really helped me a lot thank you from the bottom of this almost 76 year old heart 1 Canadian gal

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased my work has been so helpful, well done for all the work you've put in! Wishing you all the best and keep it up :)

@georgelesteve4707 Ай бұрын

81 years old . By coincidence had three bad falls this last year breaking 2 front ribs , leg and crushing one back rib. 11 months in hospital and bed and now I can start walking. If I had had your pod a year ago perhaps my “golden years " could have been easier. Thank you !

@julierobertson148 Ай бұрын

Thank you for recognizing older bodies' needs are different. Young people can't appreciate the subtle changes that create problems. (I know I definitely didn't. I'm 76.).

@robertdeland3390 Ай бұрын

I'm 84, and have both problems in my left leg. Caused by permanent nerve damage due to back problems. It's been over a decade, and pt hasn't helped. I am aware of the danger, and am very careful.

@tiomoidofangle102 2 ай бұрын

This is precisely my problem and the exact solution I need. Well done.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased my video came at the right time for you!

@Don.Challenger Ай бұрын

For that second cause: is the big toe mobilization effective when full covering shoes are worn - is the slip mitigated when the toes are constrained by a stiffer shoe cap? I can certainly see the benefit in the home or back yard/garden (mostly home bound seniors) if no or minimal foot covering is used - bare feet, socks only, flipflops, slippers or sandals and slip in low rise boots for outdoors - where the toes are essentially fully flexible. In that study was one of the higher slip, trip, fall risks the friendly smaller pet winding about legs or having to avoid their swishing tails when they lay about floors carpets and stair and door ways?

@gregoryk.tanaka4285 Ай бұрын

Excellent! Clear and not too wordy. Thank you!

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@martiseelye6443 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, Will. You're a life(hip?) Saver . I see PT for knee and hip arthritis and chondromalacia patella AND IT band syndrome. I think he might be getting tired of hearing "Will says" lol. Not really, he's never disagreed with you 😊

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for consulting your PT regarding my advice to make sure it's right for you - it's great to hear he's agreed with what I've advised! Wishing you all the best :)

@bosoerjadi2838 Ай бұрын

This was much better than I expected. I thought there would only be mention of the occasions during which falls occur, e.g. climbing stairs, heavy lifting such as laundry, or getting into or out of baths, not the actual underlying causes and useful remedies. Thank you.

@mrsmucha Ай бұрын

Excellent and helpful video! I liked how you gave us a lot of info in a short amount of time.

@DawnEAndrews 2 ай бұрын

Thanks. I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. You have helped my mobility immensely.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

That is fantastic to hear I'm so pleased my videos have offered such a help :)

@meredith5061 Ай бұрын

Thanks it is a great video with very clear explanation and demonstrations!

@nicolecandelierbourrier6292 2 ай бұрын

So easy to fo Will, explained with such good will to help, we owe you a lot...

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I just appreciate your support in commenting on, and watching, my videos - thank you :)

@juliemitchell3013 Ай бұрын

Thank you! I shall do these every day

@emilympiti5131 2 ай бұрын

I usually fall without hitting anything,but have learned now

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear about your falls, I hope my video can offer some support going forward!

@sherriep2331 Ай бұрын

I just found you! I have started having a few falls. I especially lose balance when turning. Listening to you, I seem to have both issues. Doctors have encouraged me to exercise, but I was unsure where to start. I can't wait to try these.

@patriciathomas7549 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this info. I'm good w/the calf strength, but quite limited in the large-toe movement in the right foot. I would never have noticed the immobility were it not for your video, now I can consciously work on that area. I am grateful for the knowledge you share with us.. I wish you much happiness.

@b-villeboy2704 Ай бұрын

Terrific information ... and I'm very glad to see printed words in your description. You explain things quite well!

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Thank you so pleased you found my video informational!

@wandabrady2178 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Will this will be very helpful! ❤

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased it can help!

@kerrydyer7155 Ай бұрын

Four fall in ladt few years at 61. Thought it was shoes, eyesight, rushing. Thankyou. Will try anything that prevents another.

@bgw33 Ай бұрын

Thanks sharing with my older men’s support group ❤❤

@jeanwilliams8952 Ай бұрын

80 yrs here, 7 falls in one year, what fun!!

@thongsookviengkone7128 2 ай бұрын

That is sweet and thank you for sharing. Apple you are a great mom.

@stargazerbird 2 ай бұрын

Yes! I see so much advice about practising balance to avoid falls when the real main problem is as you describe. I tend to trip. As I am strong I catch myself and don’t fall. I thought about it and realised my right toe didn’t lift much. I practice the toe movement when I watch the tv at night now. Having tight calves makes you foot tighter to and the hips also influence how we use our feet. It’s all related.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

That's a great time to practice the movement! And definitely - a lot of our functions are heavily interconnected and it's important to understand where the problems are stemming from.

@barbarabelt701 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the helpful tips.

@peggyrogers7012 Ай бұрын

Great information! Thanks so much for sharing this valuable information.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@kleavy5828 Ай бұрын

Great video mant thanks

@TnOrchidguy 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, Mr. Will, thank you.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Very welcome!

@sinkintostillness Ай бұрын

I'm really enjoying your videos. I feel like you are validating what I am teaching in my chair based yoga classes. I try to challenge the balance so we do standing work also, and I'm instinctively doing these exercises every session.

@mrsjanhannah Ай бұрын

Thank you.

@Waterhorse1 2 ай бұрын

Excellent. Thanks Will

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@frronnissen5266 2 ай бұрын

Well done, Will. Easily-doable exercises. Thank you.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You're very welcome :)

@irenepeterson3108 2 ай бұрын

THANK YOU

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You're very welcome :)

@stephenraatz2598 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video. I picked up a used one speed bicycle and love riding it every day. I can feel the my calf muscles getting stronger but will also do the exercises you recommended.

@shirleydilleshaw5289 2 ай бұрын

That’s interesting, thank you. You’re so informative and appreciated

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@hopeinparis Ай бұрын

Will, your videos are wonderful! I love how you explain why and what you're doing, and demonstrate everything thoroughly.

@rosek.9797 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@1hawaii21 Ай бұрын

Great tips. Thank you.😊

@jeroldpaquette9068 2 ай бұрын

Very good and an intuitive problem/ solution!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@alasdair4161 Ай бұрын

Another key problem is the loss of fast twitch muscle with ageing. Unless regular exercise is maintained, the fast twitch decays progressively resulting in only slow twitch fibers which despite having reasonable strength, are very slow to respond. This is why a lot of elderly people move in slow motion regardless of mental acuity. The slow muscle response makes catching a trip or stumble almost impossible. Better to use it than lose it.

@CoolCucumber710 Ай бұрын

Thank you! I will be doing these exercises from now on!💛💛💛

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

I hope they prove beneficial!

@vdoniel 2 ай бұрын

Thanks.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@katiedid1851 2 ай бұрын

Bones are fused in both my feet - big toes/metatarsals Finding many of your exercise extremely helpful.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased my exercises have been helpful!

@kaoskronostyche9939 2 ай бұрын

thank you

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

You're welcome :)

@sandracoombs2255 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant!! Thank you. 😊

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Happy to help :)

@Cricket2731 Ай бұрын

I never had falls until my latest stroke. My legs were majorly messed up; the exercises you list are totally impossible with my right leg.

@rubiccube8953 2 ай бұрын

I have big toe osteoarthritis after a hour walking find it very painful to walk. My walking speed needs to be slow otherwise it’s painful. Will give the flexion exercises a go.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that walking has become painful for you - I hope my tips are able to help :)

@SusanHaydon-kp1jc 2 ай бұрын

Have just watched surprising risks of falls. Very interesting. 2 great exercises to do while standing to watch TV.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Great to hear you found it interesting!

@dianaavery1600 Ай бұрын

I have have become very conscious of walking heel toe and have saved myself from falls. Thank you so much for your videos, I have learnt so much. I am now 81 and practice your exercises every day especially the balance ones

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Well done on taking the measures to protect yourself from injury! Keep up the fantastic work :)

@scottlewisparsons9551 Ай бұрын

Thank you very much for this informative video. Much appreciated. From Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Very happy to be of assistance - sending best wishes to you in Sydney :)

@gildasomia3461 Ай бұрын

Thanking you 🤗

@kateshawk5141 Ай бұрын

Appreciate your tips!

@marylynch951 2 ай бұрын

Thank you will ❤❤

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome :)

@pqr6028 2 ай бұрын

Recently discovered your channel, and am finding your recommendations and newsletter very helpful. Are there any exercises you suggest to address underpronotation issues? Thank you.

@weeyee60 Ай бұрын

So happy to have come across your Channel! I am your newest Sub, & look forward to watching many more videos.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

I'm pleased you came across my channel too - thank you for subscribing, I hope you continue to find my videos useful!

@doreenjobson9285 Ай бұрын

Thank you for that advice. I understand more about falls and balance. Very helpful.I will do these everyday!

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

You are so welcome, so pleased it was educational!

@robertsummersell1335 Ай бұрын

I am 86 with a broken hip and can only walk with a stick but this transfers pain to the neck and shoulders

@lucfrombelgium5435 Ай бұрын

Thanks

@nickinurse6433 Ай бұрын

I would also like to add that recognizing when it's time for a cane and then later when it's time for a walker are very important. An ounce of prevention are worth a pound of cure

@EvelynBaron 2 ай бұрын

My Waterloo is that due to hammer toes the heel lift is impossible against a wall standing but the toe exercise sounds fabulous will begin right away!