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Locomotor

Physiopedia (UK charity)

Ageing and the locomotor system

A useful reference source which also includes information about things like posture and osteoporosis.

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Independent Age

Factsheet – Choosing disability equipment

Disability equipment can help keep people independent at home and in the community, whether you need an adjustable bed, a scooter or just some helpful gadgets.

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Timed get up and go test

Video explaining and demonstrating the timed get up and go test (which can be done at home or in clinic) and helps to assess a person’s mobility and if at increased risk of falls.

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Saga in partnership with PHE England & Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Get up and go – A guide to staying steady

A supplementary guide for the video Stay Active at Home (above) which includes more information about falls prevention and related topics.

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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Stay Active at Home - strength and balance exercises for older adults

Good animation and description of exercise that can be done in the home to help mobility and general fitness.

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