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Healthy Aging NC Community Based Fall Prevention Programs Otago Exercise Program Best suited for individuals who: Have sustained falls in the past and may be considered frail Have difficulty with gait, balance, or leg strength Are willing and able to work with a physical therapist Are limited in activities because of concerns about falling The Otago Exercise Program (Otago) is an individualized balance and strength fall prevention program that is delivered by a physical therapist over the course of 52 weeks. A Matter of Balance Best suited for individuals who: Walk independently or with a cane or walker Are able to participate in a group discussion Have a desire to learn how to reduce their risk of falling Have a desire to improve balance, flexibility and strength A Matter of Balance is an 8- session structured group program that uses a variety of activities to address physical, social and cognitive factors affecting fear of falling and to teach fall prevention strategies. The activities include group discussion, problem-solving, skill building, assertiveness training, sharing practical solutions and exercise training. Tai Chi for Arthritis Best suited for individuals who: Want to decrease pain from arthritis, rheumatic diseases or related musculoskeletal conditions Are looking to improve movement, balance, strength, flexibility, and relaxation Have mild, moderate and severe joint involvement and back pain Tai Chi for Arthritis uses the Sun style to improve balance and relaxation. Higher stance movements are easier for older adults and those with arthritis. Modifications can be offered to address mobility issues and started in a seated position. A minimum of 16 hours of this style is shown effective for fall prevention benefit. YMCA: Moving for Better Balance Best suited for individuals who: Want to decrease pain from arthritis, rheumatic diseases or related musculoskeletal conditions Are looking to improve movement, balance, strength, flexibility, and relaxation Have mild, moderate and severe joint involvement and back pain The 12-week program protocol consists of a core 8-form routine and a subroutine of eight integrated therapeutic movements forms that have been derived from the traditional 24-form Yang-style of Tai Chi. A minimum of 50 hours of this style is shown effective for fall prevention benefit. Please visit for class listings, online registration, and more information. Any questions, please contact .
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