Analysis of gait, balance, and foot pressure irregularities to identify patients that are a high risk of falling or high risk for diabetic foot ulcers.
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Did you know that more than 100 years have passed since the discovery of insulin? And still, we're learning about managing diabetes.
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How do you treat sports injuries? You can treat minor sports injuries at home with rest, ice, compression, elevation, and over-the-counter pain medications. nhs.uk/conditions/sports-inj… #stepscan #sport #injuries
Gait analysis measures how your entire body moves and functions. It identifies specific gait deviations and the causes of the abnormalities. Would you love to learn more about gait analysis? sciencedirect.com/topics/neu… #gait #fallrisk #stepscan
What is the most effective treatment for sports injuries? You can treat minor sports injuries by using ice cubes to reduce swelling and keep your legs elevated. Check the link below to read. nhs.uk/conditions/sports-inj… #sport #injuries #stepscan
Aging in place is appealing to the elderly and their families alike, but what needs to happen to make that a safe option? Check out this article for helpful information: nia.nih.gov/health/aging-pla… #ageinplace #seniorcare #stepscan
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death for older adults, but a new study shows a simple prevention strategy can help. Check out the article below to learn more:
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We can prevent falls among seniors by encouraging them to exercise and always ensuring that they look after their health by eating a healthy diet. ncoa.org/older-adults/health… #fall #prevention
You can treat sports injuries at home with rest and ice, but serious injuries can require surgery and physical therapy. Would you love to know more about sports injury treatment? nhs.uk/conditions/sports-inj… #injury #treatment
Sprained your ankle? You might need to see a professional. Sprains can cause "chronic instability and problems down the road." Find out more about ankle injuries: #stepscan #injury #gait massgeneralbrigham.org/en/ab…
The use of biometrics is on the rise.
"Biometric verification is simple to manage, implement and analyze," but it's critical to secure this data.
Learn more:
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While it is exciting to be outdoors and active, there is a certain risk associated with engaging in any sporting activity. Increased activities can lead to an increased risk of foot and ankle injury.
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Optimizing opportunities for health, and good physical, social, and mental well-being can result in a greater life expectancy according to this study.
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Aging in place as an older adult doesn't mean they have to live a sedentary lifestyle. See the benefits of aging at home, and why the familiarity and proximity to family can help boost activity.
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Active aging doesn't just rely on the body. For aging adults, they need to reframe the way they think about getting older, and what it means to them. Here's some tips to change that narrative.
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Gait rhythm, velocity, and pressure are just some of the fall-risk factors we discuss in our blog below. Learn how medical pressure measurement devices are helping to alleviate risk with falls:
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The NCOA's Center for Healthy Aging has many partnerships and initiatives to help seniors stay active and healthy. You can learn about their work at this link. #ActiveAging #NCOA
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From hamstring pulls to concussions, sports injuries can put a damper on your sports career and ability to stay active. Learn to recognize the symptoms of the 10 most common sports injuries bit.ly/3DQJATk #SportsInjuries
Back pain tends to get worse as we age, but it shouldn't deter you from healthy aging. Stretches for your lower back can help you live your golden year's pain-free. bit.ly/3r87ZhU #Stretching
Can unplugging from your device and enjoying "old school" games help you age better? New information suggests unplugging can help increase brain health for seniors.
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