12014 live 2 b healthy® how important is mobility to you and those you serve? mobility: a life goal

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How important is mobility to you and those you serve?

Mobility: A Life Goal

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Common changes and health conditions

Our body systems working together

An active and capable future

Mobility Impacts Independence

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Importance of Mobility

Limitations impact up to 50% of adults 65 and older

Spiral of poor health

Linked with lower quality of life

Linked with higher rates of depression

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Muscle Mass, Strength and Power

Bone Strength and Density

Flexibility

Proprioception – our body in relation to surroundings

Common Changes As We All Age

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Metabolism & Digestive System

Vision

Vestibular System

Heart – Postural Hypotension

Common Changes As We All Age

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Osteoporosis

Arthritis

Foot and Ankle problems

Common Conditions That Derail Us

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Vestibular Disorders

Eye Disorders

Peripheral Neuropathy

Common Conditions That Derail Us

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QUESTIONS?

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“Many of the health problems that come with aging could be avoided or lessened by following healthy habits throughout adulthood.”

Quote from: “Mobility and Independence”, Harvard Medical School, 2012

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Muscles More than 600 muscles Sarcopenia

25% loss between ages 30 – 70 25% loss between ages 70 - 90

Body Systems Working Together

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Body Systems Working TogetherSarcopenia

Major threat to independence Declining muscle mass and strength

Some is inevitable Lack of use

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Body Systems Working Together Bones

Our body’s infrastructure Development and maintenance

Nutrition “Load bearing”

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Bones After 35 gradually lose density and shrink Increased risk for fractures

Loss of strength and flexibility muscles, joints and tendons Osteoporosis

Body Systems Working Together

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Joints Hips and Knees

Prime movers Largest joints

Feats of engineering Complex joints Every step starts with our hip

Body Systems Working Together

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Sprains and Strains Overuse Unaccustomed activity Excessive lifting An Accident

Body Systems Working Together

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QUESTIONS?

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Active and Capable FuturePromoting your health Maintain a Healthy Weight Eating a Nutrient Rich Diet Protecting your Eyes and Ears Build Your Sense of Balance

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Active and Capable FuturePromoting your health Care for Your Joints – knees, hips and ankles Care for your Back and Posture Maintain Muscle Strength and Power Strengthening Core Muscles

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Active and Capable Future

“The evidence is overwhelming -- people who exercise live longer on average than those who don't. According to dozens of studies, regular physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, some forms of cancer, and depression.”

Web MD, Melinda Ratini, DO,

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Active and Capable FutureU.S. Department of Health 30 minutes moderate aerobic exercise/day, 5 days a week At least 2 strength training sessions/week Disability should not be a reason to refrain

Do as much as abilities or conditions allow

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Activity and Physical Activity (Exercise!) Activity:

Movement that involves contraction of muscle Physical Activity or Exercise:

Planned, purposeful activity to acquire physical fitness

Active and Capable Future

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Components of an Exercise Program Cardio-Respiratory Endurance Muscular Strength Muscular Endurance Flexibility

Active and Capable Future

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Exercise + Intensity = Cardiovascular or Strength Improvement

Active and Capable Future

Measuring Intensity Rating of perceived exertion and talk test Scale from 1 to 10 Five Zones

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“It can’t be emphasized enough: engaging in physical activity is the single most important thing you can do to maintain mobility and independence, no matter your age or health status”

Quote from: “Mobility and Independence”, Harvard Medical School, 2012

Active and Capable Future

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“Regular exercise provides a myriad of health benefits in older adults, including improvements in blood pressure, diabetes, lipid profile, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and neurocognitive function. Regular physical activity is also associated with decreased mortality and age-related morbidity in older adults. Despite this, up to 75 percent of older Americans are insufficiently active to achieve these health benefits.”

Quote from: Promoting and prescribing exercise for the elderly, Robert J. Nied, M.D., Michigan State University 2002

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QUESTIONS?