Fall Prevention
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Falls are one of the most common—and most dangerous—health risks facing older adults. Yet research shows that something as simple as a daily walk can dramatically reduce...
When we think about wellbeing, we often picture healthy eating, gentle exercise, or mindfulness. But for many older adults, there’s another aspect of wellbeing that matters just as much: feeling sa...
Unintentional falls are the leading cause of injury in adults ≥65 years. While causes of falls are multifactorial, weakness or disuse of the intrinsic foot muscles (IFM) can contribute. The purpose...
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Aim
To compare the predictive performance of the Morse Fall Scale and the Clinical Judgment Method for Fall Risk for assessing fall risk among hospitalized adults using real-world data. ...
Standing balance is fundamental to independence and safety in daily life, playing a crucial role in occupational therapy. The most effective standing balance activities in occupational therapy are ...
Staying active doesn’t always mean running marathons or lifting heavy weights. Sometimes, the best thing for your body is the simplest movement. For many people living with back pain, neck tension,...
Stumble, stumble, fall. What may seem like a minor incident can quickly become serious, especially for older adults. That's why ThedaCare is sharing tips to help people get back on their feet...
Falls are inevitable, but new research proves that with practice, you can lower your risk of fractures and head trauma.During a lecture on fall prevention, Jacob Sosnoff, associate dean for researc...
Collaboration designed to drive measurable return on investment (“ROI”) for health plans by reducing falls and improving outcomes for high-risk populations, including those wi...
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Most seniors don’t think about fall prevention until after an accident—but by then, injuries have already changed their independence. Simple, inexpensive tweaks can dramati...
In a groundbreaking study published in BMC Geriatrics, researchers have illuminated the impact of intrinsic foot muscle training coupled with lower extremity resistance training on postural stabili...
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Sydney has delivered unexpected and thought-provoking findings regarding the safety and efficacy of Iyengar yoga for older adult...
In a rapidly aging global population, the risks associated with falls among older adults remain a pressing concern for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and families alike. Recent research high...
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Background
Older adults often struggle to find footwear suitable for their clinical needs, thus affecting mobility, safety, and quality of life. Proper footwear is important due to fall ...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Falls can be particularly dangerous for seniors and are so common that they have their own awareness week. Janet Scovel, BSN, RN, director of care management at Priorit...
Falls are a significant health concern, particularly for older adults, often leading to injuries, reduced mobility, and decreased quality of life. The good news is that many falls are preventable...
Wearable Motion Sensors Market was valued at million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ million by 2032, at a CAGR of %during the forecast period.
Wearable Motion Sensors are miniature sensing ...
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Northwest Illinois Area Agency on Aging is hosting a presentation this Friday to help seniors identify fall risks in their homes.
The event, part of Fall Preventi...
Maurice Wells picked his way carefully across the lot at Wheeler Historic Farm on Tuesday, leaning lightly on the walker he has used for the past couple of years.It started with a fall when he was ...
One in four Americans age 65 and older experiences a fall each year. These incidents, identified by the National Council on Aging as the leading cause of injury for older adults, can set off a ch...
Objective
Falls are a significant concern in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) as fall-related injuries can result in functional impairment, disability and death. Older adults living in LTCFs are ...