Exercise for Arthritis & Fall Prevention

TGS-2020513535

Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

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Objectives

Older people are more likely to fall which can cause serious injuries. The causes of falls in the elderly include muscle weakness, poor balance and vision, low confidence in mobility and the effect of medication. Many studies have shown Tai Chi as one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls and a suitable exercise for people with arthritis. Tai Chi helps leaners to improve their balance, flexibility, fitness, confidence and muscular strength. This course seeks to teach participants about the exercise program, ‘Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention’. The program is easy to learn, helps to relieve pain for people with arthritis, improves their quality of lives and helps in fall prevention for older adults. Benefits of ‘Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention’: o Improved fitness for proper function of the heart, lungs and muscles. o Enhanced flexibility, resulting in reduced stiffness and improved mobility. o Increased muscular strength for better support and protection of joints, which in turn reduces pain. o Stronger balance both mentally and physically for fall prevention After the course, participants will be able to achieve the following: 1. Explain the features of the exercise program and the reasons for its effectiveness 2. Demonstrate the steps of the exercise accurately 3. Teach the exercise safely 4. Teach the exercise effectively using the step wise progressive teaching method



Who Should Attend

Exercise instructors for exercise for arthritis and falls prevention




Entry Requirements

NA




Class Schedule

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Tutorial Schedule

Same Day as Lecture




Lesson Delivery

a) Facilitated Learning:15 hours b) Assessment: 1 hour




Full Fees (before GST)

S$1700.00




Nett Fees payable after SSG Funding



NA


Last updated: 04 October 2024

Upcoming Course Dates
TBC

Delivery Mode**
Face-to-Face

Course Code
SOM-EAFP

Funding Type
SSG Funding
Eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)
Alumni eVoucher (L3)

Type
Short Course

Stacks/ Bundles to
NA

Audit/Graded
Nil

Area of Interest
Healthcare & Medicine