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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

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For every 1% increase in body weight generated beneath the big toe, the risk of falling decreases by 7%. (7) 7) Falls Prevention Program For Your Patients For patients with weak toes and poor balance, prescribe simple at-home exercises. The big toe alone can exert a downward force equaling 52% of body weight. (6)

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Osteoporosis: The unseen problem of fragile bones

Musculoskeletal Australia

We talk a lot about musculoskeletal conditions being invisible. With current treatments, most people diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition will have no outward signs of their condition. Falls are most commonly caused by poor muscle strength, poor vision, problems with balance, and home hazards that lead to tripping.

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Osteosarcopenia: A hidden health concern

Musculoskeletal Australia

Treatment can include: Healthy diet: a diet rich in protein, calcium, and vitamin D is crucial for maintaining bone and muscle health. While treatments for sarcopenia exist, more research is needed to find optimal solutions. The good news is that osteosarcopenia can be managed with early detection and the right approach.

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