Physical Therapy for
Exercise Intervention for Special Populations
As more people decide they would like to enjoy the benefits of exercise, it becomes apparent that exercise guidelines considered safe for the average adult are not necessarily safe for everyone. Special populations include children, senior adults, pregnant women and obese individuals. Special considerations are necessary when developing an exercise program for these populations. For example, thermoregulation in children and senior adults is not adequate for high levels of activity, requiring modification of their exercise programming. Pregnant women release hormones that increase joint laxity, making high-impact exercise inappropriate. Your physical therapist understands these and other limitations to exercise for special populations and can design a customized program that allows safe and effective exercise for everyone.
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