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Timed Test Reveals Fall Risks: Exercise Cuts Danger by 22%
5/22/2025
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Story summary
- Dr. Punam Krishan advocates for the Timed Up and Go Test to evaluate mobility and fall risk, using just a chair and stopwatch.
- A completion time under 12 seconds indicates low fall risk, while 12-15 seconds suggests increased risk.
- Engaging in regular exercise can lower fall risk by 22%, emphasizing flexibility, strength, and balance.
- Recommended exercises include heel-toe walks, flamingo stands, and back leg raises.
