By Laura Lundquist, PT, Halifax
Zoomers Physiotherapy & Health Solutions
I often use the analogy of a bank account to teach the importance of maintaining strength as we age. At first glance, it seems like an odd comparison, but stick with me and I think you’ll see how it actually makes a lot of sense. The analogy: Your body has a bank account of strength. There is a “threshold” amount of strength that is required to help your body function at its best. If your strength drops below this “threshold”, you often experience symptoms of pain and dysfunction. It is often at this point that you are referred for physiotherapy.