Department of Medical Services opens Center of Excellence in Exercising for the Elderly Laying out guidelines for a healthy aging society Organize a health check-up program and exercise appropriate to age There is a physiotherapist to follow closely. hope for rejuvenation Solve the problem of falling down - staggering
Dr. Thongchai Keeratihuttayakorn The Director-General of the Medical Department opened a Smart Wellness Gym (a center of excellence in exercise for the elderly) that there is currently a fitness business. or fitness center for many young people But there is still no suitable fitness center or place. Department of Medicine by Sirindhorn National Institute for Medical Rehabilitation therefore saw the importance of this matter and development of health rehabilitation work for the elderly It's no longer limited to illness. but will focus on promoting, preventing and restoring health For some elderly people who think their bodies may be weak or start to need health care as well exercise to build muscle or increase bone mass Before getting sick, turning, falling, or in the onset of walking. can take care of exercise to return to self-confidence by exercise at the Sirindhorn Center There will be a physiotherapist. Take care of the exercise program for the elderly who come to receive the service.
Dr. Thongchai said that when exercising At the senior center will be given a wristband. Exercise tracking to track and evaluate the effectiveness of exercise in age and body weight. What type of exercise is suitable for? But how long does it take? to be suitable for the body and also evaluates the position of the body that Is it suitable for the current age or not, or is the body actually aging? resulting in decreased exercise performance which in exercise to restore Elderly people can come for a health assessment. and exercise program By the government rights can be disbursed in full. general elderly patients Those who are interested in receiving the service can contact to request the service as well. It is hoped that in the future Elderly health centers will be widespread. And become a health business for the elderly population that in the future will gradually increase the number For any people who are interested in receiving the service, they can contact 02 591-5455 .
Source: Thai News Agency