While balance boards can be a great stepping stone for people who want to improve, ... “I typically do not recommend a balance board for reducing fall risk in older adults,” says Dr. Candy.

Why one of the biggest threats to older adults comes from something as simple as losing balance, and what a neurosurgeon says ...

The beginning of the new year is a great time to wake up old muscles. For me, that means hopping back onto my Yes4All Wooden Wobble Balance Board. It never fails to whip my glutes, thighs and core ...

Balance Board: Use a balance board or Bosu ball to challenge your stability. Try to balance while performing exercises like squats, but just standing is OK too. How long should you be aiming for?

According to the National Institute on Aging, 80 percent of older adult falls happen in the bathroom due to slippery floors and surfaces. Here are some tips : Place a non-slip mat inside and ...

Not everyone loses hearing as they get older and not everyone realizes the connection between hearing and balance and falling in older adults. That’s according to Nancy Hart, an audiologist with ...

Regular exercise may help older adults stay steady on their feet, potentially cutting their risk of falls and fractures, according to a new research review.