How Chiropractic Care Can Reduce Fall Risk in Older Adults
As we age, the risk of falling becomes a serious concern. In fact, one in four adults over 65 experiences a fall each year, which often leads to injuries, hospital visits, and a decline in quality of life. What if there was a simple, natural way to reduce the chances of falling and maintain independence? Recent research suggests chiropractic care might be part of the solution.
A 12-week study found that chiropractic adjustments can significantly improve balance, reaction time, and overall physical well-being in older adults. These changes directly reduce the risk of falling, helping seniors stay active and confident in their daily lives.
How Chiropractic Care Helps Prevent Falls
The study focused on community-dwelling older adults and revealed several important benefits of regular chiropractic care:
Improved Joint Function: Chiropractic adjustments help increase the range of motion in joints, particularly in the ankles, which are crucial for maintaining stability.
Enhanced Sensory Processing: Chiropractic care has been shown to improve the body’s ability to process sensory information from multiple sources—like sight and sound—enabling faster reactions to balance disturbances.
Better Overall Physical Health: The physical component of health-related quality of life improved for study participants receiving chiropractic care, allowing them to perform everyday tasks with greater ease.
Why This Matters
Falls in older adults are often caused by a combination of poor balance, slower reaction times, and decreased muscle strength. Chiropractic adjustments address these issues by improving the body’s natural ability to move and react. Whether it’s helping you react faster to a slip or simply making it easier to walk without fear, chiropractic care provides a proactive approach to reducing the risk of falls.
What You Can Do
If you or someone you love is concerned about falls, now might be the time to consider chiropractic care. With its ability to enhance balance, improve joint mobility, and increase overall physical health, chiropractic care offers a holistic and effective way to stay steady on your feet.
Visit Our Clinic
At Vibrant Family Chiropractic, we specialize in helping our patients stay active and independent, no matter their age. If you’d like to learn more about how chiropractic care can support your health or prevent falls, reach out to us today! Book an appointment or stop by the clinic to chat—our team is here to help you feel your best.
Stay steady, stay strong, and take charge of your health!
Reference
Holt, K. R., Haavik, H., Lee, A. C. L., Murphy, B., & Elley, C. R. (2016). Effectiveness of chiropractic care to improve sensorimotor function associated with falls risk in older people: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 39(6), 442-451. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmpt.2016.02.003
