STEPUP™ — FALLS PREVENTION & BALANCE TRAINING PROGRAM
STEPUP™ — Evidence-based. Effective. Fun!
"I had a fall 6 months ago. Now I'm not great on my feet … I lost my confidence."
The feeling of unsteadiness can cause anxiety. The effect of falls can be debilitating. Did you know that 30% of Australians over 65 years-old experience at least one fall per year? After falling, 48% of people report a fear of falling and 25% report curtailing activities. Avoiding activities is likely to feed into the deconditioning cycle — where our body gradually weakens and becomes more frail. This could ultimately result in loss of confidence, decreased mobility and independence.
When designing your balance program, Livewell Balance Physiotherapists take into account both the physical and emotional consequences (fear, anxiety and hesitancy) that may have developed due to falls and imbalance.
Based on the most recent literature and years of clinical experience, Balance Physio in Melbourne have developed an effective, practical program so that you can again move with confidence.
“Your ability to prevent falls, walk and move with confidence again is priceless to us. We will go the extra mile to help you get there.”
- Livewell Physiotherapist
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Questions by Injury Matters and Western Australian Department of Health.
Frequently-asked Questions (FAQs)
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STEPUP™ is a scientifically supported 1-on-1 balance program, guided by your skilled physiotherapist.
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STEPUP™ is a program pioneered by Livewell Health in Melbourne, Australia. Clients are able to participate in STEPUP™ by having in-clinic or home visitations.
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1-on-1 training with your physiotherapist for 3 months, and monthly follow-ups thereafter.
It also includes a complimentary face-to-face physiotherapy review at the 6th month to ensure that you are getting the real life results you desire.
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STEPUP™ program is developed based on Otago Exercise Program and Reactive Balance Training that have been well supported by research to be reducing risk of falls by 30 to 66%. It offers lifelong self-management strategies that you can do to keep improving your balance and general wellbeing even after you have finished the program.
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STEPUP™ participants can engage in additional sessions at a discounted rate. Clients who need more than one session weekly will be advised by our physiotherapists at the initial assessment.
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Anyone above 65 years-old, or anyone of any age who reported losing confidence on their feet, had history of falls, or reported light-headedness, dizziness or unsteadiness when walking or rising up from a chair will benefit greatly from STEPUP™ program.
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Your ability to prevent falls, walk and move with confidence again is priceless to us. The investment you make for STEPUP™ will depend on how much assistance you need, and also whether the visits will happen at our centre or your home. The price per week will range between $125-270 per week.
