How to prevent falls : better balance, independence and energy in 6 simple steps
(2006)

Nonfiction

Book

Call Numbers:
613.0438/PERKINS-CARPENTER,B

Availability

Locations Call Number Status
Adult Nonfiction 613.0438/PERKINS-CARPENTER,B Available

Details

PUBLISHED
Penfield, N.Y. : Senior Fitness Productions, [2006]
©2006
EDITION
Fifth edition
DESCRIPTION

vii, 138 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

ISBN/ISSN
9780962103162, 0962103160, 9780962103162
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

Welcome -- Introduction -- Stretching in bed exercises: balance system step 1 -- Balance exercises: balance system step 2 -- Recommendation #1: athletic footware -- Recommendation #2: constructing a floor balance beam -- Ball handling activities: balance system step 3 -- Walking while talking on the phone: balance system step 4 -- Recommendation #3: dressing for comfort -- The slump (the art of falling): balance system step 5 -- Dancing with a pillow: balance system step 6 -- Afterword -- Appendix -- A contract with myself -- A checklist for fall-proofing your home -- Important resources -- Footnotes -- Order form

The easy-to-use 6 Step Balance System helps seniors avoid injuries and fears associated with falling. Featuring dozens of illustrations and fun exercises, including slumping into your chair and dancing with your pillow!