Physical TherapyFor the Elderly Population

Focus: To decrease the top risk factors/injuries for select group

Elevation Training Mask 2.0

Mask used during cardiovascular exercise

Conditions lungs Creates pulmonary

resistance Strengthens

diaphram Increases: lung

capacity, anaerobic thresholds, oxygen efficiency, energy production, mental and physical stamina

Cost : $79.99 Purchase at:

http://trainingmask.com/products/TRAINING-MASK-2.0.html

Bosu Ball

used for balance and strengthening muscles

Strengthens stabilizer muscles and core

Build up stamina Increase flexibility Improve balance Safe and long lasting used by leading sports

teams Adjustable inflation for

certain goals Cost: $105.70 Purchase at:

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Fitness-Quest-Bosu-Home-Balance-Trainer/2553319

Diet and Exercise Tracker

used to track diet and exercises

Choosemyplate Dietary guidelines for

americans USDA food guidance

system Healthy eating index U.S. Food plans Nutrient content of

the U.S. food supply Expenditures on

children by families Cost: FREE! http://

www.choosemyplate.gov/

Resistance Bands

used to increase strength, joint flexibility and stability

5 durable rubber tubes (5lb, 10lb, 15lb, 20lb, and 25lb)

15 levels of resistance up to 70lbs

Able to use with variety of exercises

Cost: $59.99 Purchase at:

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=17332966&cp=4406646.4413986.4417719

Ankle/Wrist Weights

fundamental to principles of progressive exercise

Used to increase weight in strength training and rehabilitation

Good for upper and lower body

Enhances balance and stabilization

Used and recommended by many doctors (PT, OT, etc.)

Cost: $29.55 Purchase at:

http://www.medexsupply.com/exercise-equipment-exercise-weights-thera-band-ankle-wrist-weight-set-blue-2-5-pounds-x_pid-42925.html

Conclusion These 5 products can all be used

together to help improve the lives of elderly persons by reducing risk factors

These products will increase balance and stability, which will reduce the risk of broken bones due to falls.

Finally, these products will help with their cardiovascular fitness, aiding for weight loss or to reduce CVD if needed.