Dashboard

Patient went for walk around block with neighbour on weekend — first time in months. Feeling more confident. No falls. Using grab bars in bathroom daily.

Berg Balance 46/56 (was 42). TUG 12 sec. Tandem stance 12 sec. Single leg stance R 10 sec, L 7 sec. Gait speed 1.0 m/s. Outdoor walk test: 200m on sidewalk with cane, no loss of balance.

Continued balance improvement. All scores now in moderate-risk range, trending toward low-risk. Community ambulation initiated successfully. Grab bar installation has improved bathroom safety. Patient confidence growing.

Reduce to 1x/week. Community walking program — increase distance gradually. Add reactive balance training. Discuss group exercise class at community centre. Target discharge in 3-4 weeks if balance scores maintain.

Patient reports feeling steadier on feet. No falls this past week. Still anxious about going outside in winter. Daughter visited and noticed improvement.

Berg Balance 42/56 (was 36). TUG 14 sec (was 19 sec). Tandem stance 8 sec. Single leg stance R 6 sec, L 4 sec. Gait speed 0.9 m/s on 10m walk.

Meaningful improvement in balance scores over 3 weeks. TUG now below high-risk threshold. Community ambulation still limited by confidence. Winter conditions exacerbate anxiety.

Continue 2x/week. Progress to dynamic balance exercises. Add outdoor walking program with therapist escort when weather permits. Discuss grab bar installation for bathroom. Continue HEP with standing balance series.