Falls Prevention (Better Balance Program)

Our accredited Exercise Physiologists are involved in the University of Wollongong’s Better Balance Program. Exercise programs are geared to the prevention of falls through physical activity lifestyle changes.

GP’s can refer patients who are identified as having an increased risk of falls to the centre under enhanced primary care plans under Medicare (possibility of up to 5 visits).

To be eligible patient must be:

• 65 years or over
• Likely to be at risk of falls
• Have at least one chronic and/or complex condition

Patients will undergo an Initial Physiological Assesment in addition to a falls risk assessment by the Prince of Wales Research Insitute (POWRI) prior to commencement of program. The program will be developed and delivered to address goals as identified in the assessment.