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In America, falls are the leading cause of injuries amongst seniors, leading to over three million emergency room visits each year. Fortunately, there are easy balance exercises and preventative ...

Balance forms the cornerstone of physical independence, yet it often goes unnoticed until it begins to decline. As we age, our body’s balance systems – from muscular strength to inner ear function – ...

Balance exercises can be adapted for older adults, even if you need support while standing. Heel raises challenge your balance while strengthening your calf muscles that help you walk and climb stairs ...

Balance problems are often blamed on aging, but experts say several hidden factors may be contributing—and many of them can ...

Regular physical activity to maintain strength, balance, and mobility is one of the most effective ways to reduce fall risk.

Rancho Santa Fe resident Mordy Levine has begun teaching balance and movement classes specifically designed for senior citizens to help reduce the risk of falling as they get older. Classes are held ...

Considering that one out of three seniors fall each year, enhancing balance control is good preventive health care. Balance exercises help, but a small preliminary study has shown that there may be a ...

Janie Williams took her place in the front row at her weekly Balance Challenge class, beaming as if she couldn’t wait for the huffing and puffing to begin. Nearly an hour later, after twisting and ...

Teri Lemoine, foreground, leads Janie Williams, center, and others during the weekly Balance Challenge class this month at the Culver City Senior Center. (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times) Janie ...