Peripheral Neuropathy: An often-overlooked cause of falls in the elderly

Balance exercises help older adults with peripheral neuropathy

Recent information has proven that balance exercises can help with perpherial neuropathy. In a study, Richardson J.K. and Ashton-Miller J.A. looked at peripheral neuropathy and balance exercises to help prevent falls.
Balance Exercises Enhance Sensory Feedback

Balance exercises aid with peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy is common in the elderly and results in impairments in distal proprioception and strength that hinder balance and predispose them to falls. The loss of heel reflexes, decreased vibratory sense that improves proximally, impaired position sense at the great toe, and inability to maintain unipedal stance for 10 seconds in three attempts all suggest functionally significant peripheral neuropathy. Physicians can help their patients with peripheral neuropathy to prevent falls by teaching them and their families about peripheral nerve dysfunction and its effects on balance and by advising patients to substitute vision for the lost somatosensory function, correctly use a cane, wear proper shoes and orthotics, and perform balance and upper extremity strengthening exercises.

Balance Exercises Help Peripheral Neuropathy

Balance exercises are the most effective way to help prevent falls and improve balance for folks with peripheral neuropathy.

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