FALLS PREVENTION

There are many ways you can reduce your risk of having a fall. One way is to make simple changes to the amount of activity you currently do in your week and include targeted exercise specifically proven to reduce the risk of falls. Falls prevention interventions such as our Invigor8/Invigor8PLUS class, will help you to do this in a safe environment.

Invigor8 is a specific exercise intervention designed to reduce the risk of falls by improving mobility, strength, and balance, and giving a person the correct coping strategies should they have a fall to help them get up and build up their confidence. Participants can take part in the class both seated and standing, therefore the class is suitable for a range of ability levels.

Invigor8 PLUS is a progression from Invigor8 for those who have completed a full year or for those with a lower risk of falls. This class provides functionally challenging exercises to continue improvements in strength and balance.

Linda has been a participant on the Active North Ayrshire programme for over 10 years due to a couple of long-term health conditions affecting both her physical and mental health.   Having been diagnosed with MS over 30 years ago, Linda has poor mobility and balance and faces challenges on a day-to-day basis.   If walking any distance, she experiences drop foot which will increase her risk of falling.  To combat this, she uses an Odstock Footlifter (functional electrical stimulation tool), as well as regularly participating in classes which challenge and improve her strength and balance.   Linda has a passion for photography and the outdoors, and recently said:

Find out more about our Active North Ayrshire programme and self refer: Active North Ayrshire – KA Leisure