La terapia física puede ayudar a las personas mayores a conservar su independencia, ya sea que estén manejando una enfermedad a largo plazo o simplemente quieran mejorar su salud general y su movilidad.

El objetivo de la terapia física es ayudar a restaurar y mejorar la funcionalidad, reducir el dolor y aumentar la movilidad para mejorar la fuerza y ​​el equilibrio.

Las caídas son la principal razón de la tercera edad requieren terapia física.

As people age, they tend to lose flexibility, strength and often their balance, so maintaining the desired level of fitness becomes increasingly challenging.  Loss of these functions could lead to a fall that could cause serious injury. Physical therapy helps improve these functions.

Osteoporosis, which is a progressive bone disease characterized by a decrease in bone mass and density, can lead to an increased risk for fractures.  It is often the cause of many falls. Physical therapy and a regular exercise program help control the effects of this condition.

Strength training and exercise provided in physical therapy can also help alleviate the symptoms of arthritis.  People with arthritis can benefit from physical therapy because it provides exercises to help preserve the strength and use of the joints.   Physical therapy also teaches therapeutic methods to relieve discomfort through both physical techniques and activity modifications.

Physical therapy is prescribed in many cases following a hospital stay.  Skimping on post hospitalization therapy can cause serious repercussions.