Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Ilta-Sanomat

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A Finnish researcher emphasizes the importance of balance training for aging populations to maintain independence and reduce fall risks.

Pauliina Husu, a leading researcher at the UKK Institute in Finland, highlights that maintaining balance is essential for the independent living of older adults, especially as they age. The decline of balance can significantly increase the risks of mobility issues and falls among the elderly, pointing to a pressing public health concern. In her commentary, Husu underscores that elderly individuals need to actively engage in balance training to mitigate these risks, advocating that such exercises could contribute to a longer and healthier life.

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