Improving Your Strength and Balance
There are many of resources available to help you improve your strength and balance. For exercises you can do at home, please refer to NHS Inform: www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/preventing-falls/keeping-well/strength-and-balance-exercises/
If you have a muscle, joint or bone issue that your doctor is aware of, you can find more information on NHS Inform: www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/muscle-bone-and-joints/ You can also self-refer to the NHS Musculoskeletal Service for Physiotherapy Assessment via: https://physio.lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/
If you feel you would benefit from a walking aid, such as a walking stick, or a walking frame, you can self-refer via: www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/download/msk-physiotherapy-walking-aid-and-splint-self-referral/
If you are unable to get out to attend appointments, the Integrated Rehab Teams can offer assistance in helping you improve your strength, balance and mobility. To find out more, please contact your local social work office and request and assessment.