Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths and hospitalizations for US seniors, enough reason for other researchers to explore best fall-prevention practices for providers.

Falls pose a significant risk to older adults, often resulting in injuries that lead to other health problems, decreased ...

The brochure and poster outline four ways patient can lower the risk of experience a fall: 1. Begin a regular exercise program 2. Have your health care provider review your medicines 3. Have your ...

A comprehensive study on fall prevention among older adults identified several barriers that limit participation in fall prevention programs, according to new research from The Ohio State ...

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Every year in the U.S., falls among older adults cost up to $67.7 billion. That CDC projection refers to the total cost of hospitalizations, surgery, doctor visits, long ...

Kellen has also trained volunteers in Trussville in Matter of Balance, another fall prevention education course. By training other trainers, Kellen hopes that there will be a ripple effect of fall ...