Keeping an eye on elderly people is vital as they are prone to various health issues due to lack of strength, resilience, and movability that sets in with old age. However, exercise and usage of a particular physiotherapy device are capable of minimizing some of the traits of the aging process to a certain extent.
Arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, obesity diabetes, osteoporosis, hypertension, respiratory diseases, and sensory impairments are some of the typical ailments of elderly people.
Benefits
Depending on an assessment made by a qualified physiotherapist and determined on the type of exercise device to be used, the benefits are remarkable.
Resorting to physiotherapy could reduce pain, prevent stiffening of joints and disability connected with arthritis.
Those with respiratory diseases could reduce breathlessness and other complications.
A stroke patient could get back to normal with physiotherapy depending on the severity. It also assists in getting back muscle strength to prevent disability after a stroke.
Independent Living Specialist has introduced a new range of physiotherapy devices to assist the elderly maintain a physically active life.
Products
Balance board, Massage peanut spikey ball firm physio, Hand egg therapy exerciser, balance disc air cushion, shoulder pulley, and balance ball dynaso are some of the popular products available in all stores of Independent Living Specialists Australia wide.
The Balance Board
The balance board provides a diverse effective supportive exercise that improves your strength and assists with the recovery. This device could also be used to initiate nerve impulses and recovery exercises to increase the balance and coordination of the whole body. This is an enjoyable and active way to exercise and will make you feel content until the next work out.
Massage Peanut Spikey Ball Firm Physio
This device is used to relieve tension and relax muscles in the comfort of your own home. The peanut shape is designed to be used in problem areas such as calves, shoulders, and ankles and it is ideal for relief from sore muscles.
Hand Egg Therapy Exerciser
This device is to strengthen your grip, mobility dexterity and fine motor skills. It is available in different impediments according to applicable strengths. Ideal for arthritis patients, continual stress injury, reducing stress, recovery from stroke and many other uses.
Hand Strengthener Pair
This device is ideal to get the best of your strength and grip training inclusive of being perfect for either hand or forearm improvement.
Balance Disc Air Cushion
This cushion has been manufactured to increase your orientation and stamina. This device could also be used standing, sitting or lying on the unit. It is ideal for recovery exercises or home fitness.
Shoulder Pulley
This device is a strong anchor that could be fitted between the door and frame perfectly. It could be simply fixed on most closed doors without damaging the surfaces. The big handles are easy to hold and the cord length is adjustable. It’s suitable for systematic, laid-back pulls to be used at home to maximize movement extensions.
Dynaso Balance Exerciser Ball
This product is a flexible trainer which has been specially manufactured to combine with recovery, fitness and also to improve sports performance. This handy training equipment boosts the body’s strength, balance, and condition. It also improves cardio fitness and rehabilitation.
To learn more about aged care equipment and disability aids visit www.ilsau.com.au
