Falls account for 85% of injury related hospitalizations for seniors in Canada. We understand the impact that a fall can have and how it can dramatically affect your quality of life. Our specialized health care team has developed an assessment protocol and exercise prescription based on ‘VGH Falls Prevention Prgoram‘ as well as utilizing research found in the Otago balance retraining exercise program.
The assessment and exercise prescription in Otago found there was a reduction in falls and the number of injuries resulting from falls by 35%. It was found that even individuals in their 90’s were able to improve their strength land balance.
Our assessment uses 5 different testing procedures that incorporate physical as well as psychological tests that help determine your risk for a fall. You will also be given an exercise band, a set of home exercises based on your ability as well as the option to have a follow-up and track your improvement.
Our Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kevin McLeod specializes in Osteoporosis. Should further medical scans or tests be needed or should medications be assessed he is available to also be seen.
Ayla graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. She works for the Lions Gate Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. She is an ex-national level gymnast and a competitive gymnastics coach. She is a registered kinesiologist with the BCAK and has trained individuals with different musculoskeletal injuries. She has a background in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and maintenance. She is also a Child Life volunteer with the BC Children’s Hospital and a Morning Caller with Senior Services Society of BC. She speaks English, Arabic, and French.
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Ryan Gangmin Lee has graduated from the University of Alberta with a bachelor’s degree of Science in Kinesiology where he found his passion towards active rehabilitation and health. He is currently working towards his way to become a Clinical Exercise Physiologist to widen his range of knowledge and to inspire others to achieve their fitness goals as well as to improve their quality of life through physical activity and exercise. Ryan also works with the Lions Gate Cardiac Rehabilitation and Cardiometabolic program. Ryan has been to various volunteers domestic and abroad where he learned about the importance of exercise and proper knowledge. Ryan is fluent in English and Korean, and he has participated in various sports throughout his life.
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MORE ABOUT KEVIN Dr. McLeod practices as an Internal Medicine Specialist in North Vancouver, BC and in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. He works out of Lion’s Gate Hospital and Whitehorse Hospital. He heads the Cardiac Rehab and Cardiometabolic program for the North Shore Health Region. He also runs the North Shore Osteoporosis clinic dedicated to improving […]
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