Exercises from physical therapists to help older adults who use a cane maintain strength and overall health, and reduce their risk for falls.
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Video courtesy of Alex Germano, PT, DPT, board-certified clinical specialist in geriatric physical therapy, and Julie Brauer, PT, DPT. Both hold a certificate in the modern management of older adults.
Reviewed by Kenneth L. Miller, PT, DPT, MA, board-certified clinical specialist in geriatric physical therapy, on behalf of the APTA Geriatrics, an academy of the American Physical Therapy Association. Ken is an advanced credentialed exercise expert for aging adults.
