Fall Prevention

Using a co-design approach to develop aquatic reactive balance training for fall prevention

PLoS One. 2026 Jul 15;21(7):e0345435. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0345435. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Falls are a major health concern among older adults, leading to injury, reduced indepen...

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Individually designed fall prevention strategies compared to generic strategies for mastering complex fall risk situations in people with multiple sclerosis: study protocol of a randomised controlled trial

Introduction Of individuals with mild-to-moderate multiple sclerosis (MS), 56% report falling at least once during a 3-month period. Several fall risk factors have been identified, but the issue i...

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When an Older Athlete’s Recovery Moves Into Long-Term Care: Safety Signs Families Should Watch

Why Recovery Can Become Complicated After an Active Life Many older adults stay active through walking, golf, pickleball, swimming, cycling, gardening, or regular fitness routines. That activity s...

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IFPHPOS0047 Pharmacy First in Fall Prevention: Developing a Pharmacist-Led Referral Pathway to Tai Chi Prime

AbstractBackgroundFalls are a leading cause of injury and death among older adults. Use of fall-risk increasing drugs, polypharmacy, and chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes further in...

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Why Your Body Feels More Fragile After 60—and What to Do About It

Why Your Body Feels More Fragile After 60—and What to Do About It Have you ever thought: “I’m not exactly sick, but I don’t trust my body the way I used to”? Maybe your blood sugar has impro...

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Sienna Senior Living Named One of Canada's Best Companies by TIME and Statista for Second Consecutive Year

MARKHAM, Ontario, July 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sienna Senior Living Inc. ("Sienna" or the "Company") is proud to announce it has been named one of Canada's Best Companies by TIME and Statista ...

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Stand Up Without Pain! Vive Stand Assist Lifting Seat Cushion Review

Are you or a loved one struggling to get up from your favorite sofa, recliner, or living room chair? Watching an aging parent strain their back or wobble when trying to sit or stand can be incredib...

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AGEasy launches campaign with Anupam Kher to champion seniors’ independence and redefine caregiving

Gurugram: AGEasy, the direct-to-consumer products business of Antara Senior Care, part of the Max Group, has unveiled a new digital campaign featuring veteran actor and brand ambassador Anupam Kher...

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????????The Best Elderly Mobility & Care Products This Year

???? This video features a collection of elderly care and mobility support products designed to improve comfort, safety, and independence in everyday life. The Large Capacity Elderly Living Essenti...

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Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the Keep-on-Keep-up (KOKU) digital falls prevention programme in community-dwelling older adults: Results of a randomised controlled trial.

Background Falls are a leading cause of injury-related hospital admissions among older adults with substantial burden on health and social care systems. Digital exercise programmes may improve phys...

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45 Degrees North: Finding Balance

Recently, I found myself on the ground looking up at the sky and the outstretched hands of friends who tried to keep me from falling after a misstep. I wasn’t injured, thanks to a fortuitous dist...

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In HelloNation, Physical Therapy Expert Nicole Swiatek Highlights Fall Prevention Strategies for Buffalo Seniors

AMHERST, N.Y., July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The article explains practical ways older adults can improve balance, reduce fall risks, and maintain independence throughout the year. What are fa...

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How Skiing Can Rewrite The Rules Of Aging

Skiing, when done right, can be incredibly good for you. It’s good for your cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and so much more. Plus, your mental health can see some serious benefits from ...

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Marketing Strategies for Aging-in-Place Homeowners

In this blog, we'll explore the marketing strategies that help home service businesses connect with this growing audience, build credibility, and create dedicated marketing funnels that turn though...

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These longevity exercises are going viral—and why a physical therapist recommends them for stability and fall prevention

Being able to maintain and improve balance becomes more important as you age. It can make the difference between suffering a serious fall-related injury or avoidin...

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Smartphone-based vestibular & gait analysis for remote fall risk assessment

Dizziness and vertigo are among the most common reasons for clinical consultation worldwide and represent key risk factors for falls, particularly in neurologic and neuroorthopedic patient populati...

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Study Says Vitamin D and Calcium Don't Prevent Falls—What Works Instead

Fact checked by Jennifer KlumpA new study finds that vitamin D and calcium supplements may not help prevent falls and fractures.Credit: Elena Noviello / Getty ImagesKey TakeawaysA large meta-analys...

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Menopause, Bone Health, and Intimate Wellness – What Estrogen Decline Can Affect

Introduction The decline in estrogen during menopause can be associated with changes in multiple body systems because estrogen receptors are found in many tissues throughout the body, inclu...

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If You Can Do These 4 Classic Exercises Daily at 60, You’re Aging Like an Athlete

Let’s face it: We’ve become obsessed with technology. Fitness wearables, step counting, sleep trackers—the list goes on and on. However, not every measure of healthy aging requires a medical test, ...

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One Brooklyn Health Selects hellocare.ai to Advance AI-Powered Virtual Care Across Its Hospitals

NEW YORK and CLEARWATER, Fla. , June 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — One Brooklyn Health (OBH), an integrated healthcare system serving Brooklyn, New York, has selected hellocare.ai as its enterprise par...

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Sensors, Vol. 26, Pages 4088: The Effectiveness of Personalized Robot-Assisted Rehabilitation on Fall Risk: A Retrospective Controlled Study with a 6-Month Follow-Up

Sensors, Vol. 26, Pages 4088: The Effectiveness of Personalized Robot-Assisted Rehabilitation on Fall Risk: A Retrospective Controlled Study with a 6-Month Follow-Up Sensors doi: 10.3390/s2613408...

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