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10/3/2014 12:00:00 AM CENTRAL
Updated: 10/3/2014 4:40:38 PM CENTRAL
For more information, contact Katie Johnson.
A Matter of Balance

Class Aims to Help Reduce Falling

 

[Fergus Falls, MN]   Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Have you cut down on a favorite activity because you might fall?? A Matter of Balance is a class offered at Lake Region Healthcare designed to boost confidence and reduce  fears of falling. In addition the class increases strength, balance and teaches ways to stay active outside of the class setting.

 

Who should attend?

  • Anyone concerned about falls
  • Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past
  • Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

 

Session: Tuesday October 7th- Thursday October 30th

                   10:15am-12:15pm--- Includes Snack

                  Location: Mehl Center Gym  (LRH Campus)

 

Contact Natalie Knutson or Karoline Gustafson at 218-736-8451 for more information.

 

About Lake Region Healthcare

Lake Region Healthcare is living out its vision to be Minnesota's preeminent regional healthcare partner. With over 80 medical staff and over 900 employees, its team is dedicated to serving its patients and community with integrity, teamwork, compassion and excellence. For more information about Lake Region Healthcare, visit www.lrhc.org.

 

 

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