Researchers at the University of California San Diego have revealed promising results from a study evaluating the university's "Strong Foundations" program, a digitally delivered fall prevention ...

Brace yourself for the following fact: one out of four adults aged 65 years and older fall every year. Unfortunately, one incident of taking a tumble means the chances of it happening again will ...

BENTON, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In observance of National Patient Safety Awareness Week (March 10-16, 2024), HD Nursing, the leading patient safety solution that combines predictive analytics with ...

A comprehensive fall prevention program integrated into primary healthcare systems significantly reduced falls among older adults, according to a large cluster randomized clinical trial published in ...

BOCA RATON, FL — Nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older experiences a fall each year and falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older Americans, according to the ...

Let’s be clear: I’m not looking to prevent falls. Long-term care experts have that well in hand with innovative and effective programs that safeguard facility residents from gravity-inflicted injuries ...

In today's dynamic healthcare environment, the demand for physical therapy has never been more critical. The pressing need for rehabilitation, chronic disease management, and pain alleviation spans ...

Tana Beverwyk-Abouda is hoping to offer older adults a “menu of choices” to reduce their risk of falling. For some, practicing balance might mean walking down a narrow garden path, said ...

FOUR SPORTS. IT’S A FEAR MANY PEOPLE MAY DEVELOP AS THEY GET OLDER. THE FEAR OF FALLING. AND NOW ONE SOUTH CAROLINA HOME HEALTH CARE COMPANY IS USING A NEW PROGRAM TO TEACH SENIORS HOW TO STAY SAFE ...

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Bureau of Aging, Community Living and Supports Health Services, Oakland University and the Michigan Falls Prevention Coalition have ...