SoBrook Occupational Therapy will create personalized exercise plans tailored to your specific needs and goals. These exercises are designed to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance, helping you regain function and independence.
Some common recommended exercises include:
These exercises help improve joint flexibility, reduce stiffness, and prevent contractures, allowing you to move more freely and comfortably.
Building muscle strength is crucial for regaining functional abilities and preventing further injury. Strengthening exercises target specific muscle groups to improve overall strength and endurance.
Enhancing balance and stability is essential for preventing falls and maintaining independence. Balance exercises challenge your proprioception and coordination, reducing the risk of accidents and improving confidence in daily activities.
Practicing everyday tasks such as dressing, cooking, and grooming helps improve independence and confidence in performing these activities. It is important to incorporate functional activities into your exercise routine to ensure that you can apply your newfound skills to real-life situations.
The Importance of Specific Exercises
Each exercise in your personalized plan serves a specific purpose in promoting recovery and enhancing your overall well-being. By consistently performing these exercises, you can accelerate the healing process and regain function more quickly.
Certain exercises, such as range of motion exercises, are essential for preventing complications such as joint stiffness and contractures, which can occur during periods of immobilization or decreased activity.
Strengthening exercises not only help rebuild muscle strength but also improve endurance and energy levels, enabling you to engage in activities you enjoy and maintain an active lifestyle.
Functional activities are designed to improve your ability to perform everyday tasks independently, reducing reliance on assistance and promoting a sense of accomplishment and autonomy.