Physiotherapy

Falls syndrome in the elderly: prevention and remedies IMPORTANT: A fall in the elderly is not a banal accident. It is a medical signal requiring investigation. Statistically, one in three elderly over 65 falls at least once a year, and over 80 the figure reaches one in two. Hip fractures after falls have a 20-30% mortality in the first year and lead to loss of autonomy in half of survivors. Do not minimize. Every fall must be discussed with the doctor, who will investigate the cause (cardiovascular, neurological, visual, medication-related, musculoskeletal) and establish a prevention plan. Information in this article is adjunct to medical strategy. ...

Scoliosis: Exercises, Support and Tips for a Curved Spine IMPORTANT: Scoliosis is a serious spine condition. Diagnosis is made with a full spine x-ray and Cobb angle measurement. Treatment is individualized by the orthopedic doctor, based on age, stage, and type of scoliosis. Exercises and advice in this article are informative for families with a child or adult with diagnosed or suspected scoliosis. They do not replace a personalized program made by a physiotherapist trained in specific methods (Schroth, SEAS, Lyon). Never ignore scoliosis in a growing child, because it progresses rapidly and can become severe. ...

Joint Hypermobility: Tips and Remedies IMPORTANT: Joint hypermobility can be a benign trait or a sign of a broader condition (Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Marfan syndrome, hypermobility spectrum disorder). If you have chronic joint pain, frequent subluxations, disproportionate fatigue, digestive issues, or dysautonomia associated with very flexible joints, request medical evaluation by a rheumatologist or geneticist. The remedies and exercises in this article are general and do not replace specialist consultation. Do not perform aggressive joint manipulation or extreme stretching without medical advice. ...