Information for health professionals
We know that simple functional exercises to improve balance, strength and endurance can improve function and prevent falls.
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Physiotherapists, exercise physiologists and other health professionals have a crucial role in helping older people and those with health conditions safely exercise at home.
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Use this website with your clients to suggest exercises, give tips for staying motivated at home and for staying safe while exercising.
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Use the buttons below to find resources that may be of use in your role as a facilitator of safe exercise at home for your clients. If accessing on a mobile or tablet, click on the button and then scroll down for the information.
Physical activity and exercise
WHO Physical Activity Guidelines
Evidence on Physical Activity and Falls Prevention for People Aged 65+ years
Australian Government physical activity guidelines
Evidence report for the UK physical activity guidelines
Cochrane reviews on exercise for falls prevention
PEDro, the Physiotherapy evidence database
Free database of evidence to guide physiotherapy practice
IPTOP resources for exercise and physical activity
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The Get Up Guide is a training program to support you in providing daily exercise routines to older people, including those that may use a walking frame. This guide includes a number of exercise videos.
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Prof Anne Tiedemann from the University of Sydney provides great tips about fall prevention in an interview with ABC Radio Canberra. Listen below.