3a/352 South Street O’Connor WA 6163 | (08) 93376460
3a/352 South Street O’Connor WA 6163 | (08) 93376460
Strength Training for Over 65’s
Next Wave Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Strength Training for over 65’s and Falls Prevention Programs are designed to help people build strength and balance for confidence at home and in life.
A simple trip or slip can end up being a life changing event. Fractures and broken bones can be the beginning of more chronic disease and disability. Even a small trip can be scary and results in more fear of falling. This unfortunately contributes to increasing the risk of falling again.
Addressing falls and the needs of those who are at risk of falling is important.
Anyone over 65 needs to build or maintain strength for life. You may also need to attend a Falls Prevention Programs if you are at risk of falling.
It’s common to think of falls prevention as being for elders but it really starts from a much earlier age, even from childhood. The more active you are the greater your strength, agility and fitness throughout life.
Some medications can increase a person’s risk of falling because they cause side effects such as dizziness or confusion. The more medications you take, the more likely you are to fall.
Our highly experienced physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists will assess your falls risks and other contributing problems.
Next Wave Physiotherapy will help you to build better mobility, balance, strength and stamina into your life.
Physiotherapists assess how you move in life (functional mobility). They are qualified to assess all the factors that may be affecting your mobility and falls risks.
Next Wave Occupational Therapists will assess your functional mobility and home environment. They will address other factors affecting falls risks such as vision, confidence, stress, sleep, fatigue and continence. They also assess how your falls risk is increased during self care, work, home duties or leisure activities.
We will help you to join a Exercise Rehabilitation program that meets your needs. Or you may opt for an individual Home Exercise Program.
At Next Wave Therapy the supervised exercise programs we offer for Falls Prevention are:
GLA:D Exercise Program for Osteo-arthritis.
Clinical Pilates for strength, balance and flexibility.
Exercise Rehabilitation for pain care, injury management and pre-post surgery rehabilitation
Strength Training for osteoporosis
We will help you to implement strategies for safety and falls prevention in your life.
Our occupational therapists will assess your home environment and advise on what things may prevent falls. For example; using a sensor night light or installing grab rails.
Our physiotherapists will work with you to build confidence at home, knowing what your limits are and when to ask for help and prescribing mobility aids.
If you have a fear of falling, building confidence with strength, balance and relaxation is recommended and provided in this Falls Prevention Program.
It is important stay well through healthy eating, staying hydrated and avoid problems with nutritional deficiencies such as fatigue from low iron.
We will refer you to a Podiatrist if needed for management of problems with your feet or footwear
We will refer you to your GP if you need a health check or medication review. Medical problems such as incontinence, high BP or anxiety and medication side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness can contribute to falls.
If you want help with preventing falls, being safe in your home, building strength and stamina in life – we can help!
Jonathan is one of fewer than 80 Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists in Australia, recognised by the Australian College of Physiotherapists for advanced expertise in the assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal conditions. He has a particular interest in persistent and complex pain, spinal disorders, neck and shoulder conditions, and helping people whose symptoms have not improved with previous treatment. Combining specialist manual therapy, dry needling and targeted exercise rehabilitation, Jonathan develops evidence-based treatment plans that aim to reduce pain, restore function and improve long-term quality of life.
Sasha has extensive experience supporting people living with persistent pain, complex health conditions and mental health concerns. As a Principal Occupational Therapist and registered provider of Focused Psychological Therapy under the Medicare Better Access to Mental Health initiative, she combines contemporary pain science with evidence-based psychological and occupational therapy approaches to help people improve function, build resilience and participate more fully in everyday life. She has a particular interest in persistent pain, chronic fatigue, connective tissue disorders and neurological conditions.
Rushil has experience treating musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain and neurological conditions across people of all ages. With additional training in dry needling, Mulligan's techniques, GLA:D and Pilates-based rehabilitation, he delivers evidence-based care that helps people improve movement, manage persistent pain and return to work, sport and everyday activities. He has a particular interest in supporting children, adolescents and active individuals, as well as people living with complex neurological and hypermobility conditions.
Lisa is an experienced physiotherapist with more than two decades of clinical experience managing acute and persistent musculoskeletal conditions. With additional expertise in occupational health, sports rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates, she takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to helping people reduce pain, restore function and return to the activities that matter most.
Her practice combines evidence-based occupational therapy with creative and body-based approaches, including art, movement, and somatic strategies, to help people build skills and engage more fully in daily life.
Kyu has a strong interest in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, using evidence-based treatment, manual therapy and strength-based rehabilitation to help people recover from injury and manage ongoing pain. His experience spans a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, supporting patients to return confidently to work, daily activities and recreational sport.
Falls and fractures are commonly associated with occurring in old age but Next Wave Therapists treat people of all ages with falls risk concerns. While there is alot that can be done to prevent falls, the best time to start falls prevention is now, whatever your age.
The World Health Organization WHO recommends that all adults (regardless of age, health, or ability) do 30-60min of physical activity most days, for optimal physical and mental health. To prevent falls and maintain independence this should include exercise or activities that improve strength and balance.
Every bit of activity helps.
