Sports Injury Prevention (Zoom only)

An active, athletic lifestyle is becoming the norm for older adults. In addition to enhancing muscle and joint function, physical exercise is shown to decrease the risk of developing health problems such as osteoporosis, stroke and heart disease. But with age comes physical changes in balance, flexibility and strength. These changes can make older adults more susceptible to common sports injuries. Despite this, taking some simple precautions can make it possible to enjoy an active lifestyle safely. Whether it's pickleball, golf, tennis or one of the other many activities you enjoy in SWFL, learning and following basic injury prevention advice is step one. Remember, it's always better to prevent an injury than to recover from one.
Purpose: Learn how to prevent common sports injuries
Facilitator: Dr. Karl Gilliam (Guest Presenter - Lee Health)