by Growing Needs | Apr 18, 2025 | Lifestyle & Wellness, Wellness
There are many exercise and rehabilitation products out there on the market for seniors to aid in improving strength, flexibility, balance, and overall health. These products are great for addressing mobility issues, reducing fall risk, and aiding in rehabilitation after surgery or injury.
Here are some common and effective exercise and rehabilitation products to support seniors in their rehabilitation journey or simply just to stay strong!
Resistance bands are a great option for seniors to get in low impact exercises that can allow one to safely build muscle strength and improve mobility. Adding in resistance to a workout helps to increase time under tension which can then better activate the muscles.
These bands typically come in varying resistance levels and can be used in a variety of ways depending on the body part that needs work.
Source: Shopee
This stretch exercise band is made from premium quality rubber latex and it being lightweight is ideal for seniors looking to do home-based strength training. The band spans 1500mm x 150mm x 0.35mm.
Price: S$1.65
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (2,700 reviews)
Source: Lazada
Price: S$6.85
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (389 reviews)
Massagers can help seniors with muscle soreness, joint pain, or stiffness after rehabilitation exercises. Targeted massage aids in tension relief, promotes blood circulation and also eases chronic pain.
This high speed massage gun comes with a silent motor and can last up to 10 hours. The 8 different massage heads allow for targeted massage at spots which are sore and need relief.
Price: S$25
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (2,300 reviews)
Muscle massage guns can help alleviate muscle stiffness and soreness, enhance blood circulation, and improve soft tissue health. With 4 massage heads (Round Head, U Head, Ball Head, Flat Head), the Breo massage gun provides the options to customise the massage for every condition. Furthermore,this lightweight massage gun is suited for seniors who might not fancy the heavier ones which can tire one out more easily.
Price: S$50
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (943 reviews)
Grip strengtheners are often used in rehabilitation to help to improve hand and forearm strength. For seniors who see strength dwindle, activities of daily living might get harder and hence it is important to build grip strength
This hand exerciser is built with strong chrome springs and has a non-slip handle covered with soft, comfortable and durable rubber. The upgraded hand grip exerciser also has a counter at the bottom, which can record the number of times it was pressed, better tracking progress.
Price: S$4.4
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (164 reviews)
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Depending on one’s needs, the grip force is adjustable in the range of 5kg-60kg (11-110 Lbs). The AIXPI hand gripper is also made of lightweight materials and the compact size (4.3*5.8 inches) makes it very portable.
Price: S$15.4
Rating: 4.4 / 5.0 (11,221 reviews)
To relieve muscle soreness and help recovery, this massage roller stick provides deep tissue massage for calves, legs, hamstring, back, glutes, quads, neck, back and the shoulders.
Price: S$13.6
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (218 reviews)
10 independently rolling massage balls work together to stimulate circulation, reduce tightness, ease tension, provide pain relief and relax the body. The wooden massage balls can handle the maximum pressure and leverage needed for an effective back pain relief solution for sore muscles.
Price: S$21.4
Rating: 4.2 / 5.0 (1,819 reviews)
These neoprene material dumbbells are coated with a layer of anti-slip material which makes it a safer option for seniors who are using this for exercise. It comes in 0.5kg to 6kg options for varying needs.
Price: S$9.5
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (557 reviews)
This non-slip and anti-roll weight is made of quality material coating that makes it gentle to grip and prevents calluses. The material also makes it easy to wipe down after use.
Price: S$24
Rating: 4.7 / 5.0 (41,129 reviews)
Price: S$12
Rating: 4.9 / 5.0 (5,800 reviews)
AYO’s thick yoga mat is 0.4 inch (10 mm) thick, has excellent cushioning and sound isolation. The high grip yoga mat is designed to absorb impact on areas that touch the floor and reduce strain on the knees and lower back.
Rating: 4.6 / 5.0 (5,800 reviews)
Exercise and rehabilitation products for seniors are not just about fitness; they’re about maintaining overall health, improving independence, and enhancing one’s quality of life. By addressing the specific needs of seniors such as increasing strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility, these products could come in handy for many seniors.
Growing Needs grew out of our own encounters with caring for our aging parents and reflecting on the Growing Needs that we ourselves would face as we advance in years. We hope to build a community that will learn, share and contribute towards caring for the growing needs of our loved ones.
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