Falls can lead to fractures, head injuries, and reduced confidence, but are often preventable and not an inevitable part of aging. Simple steps like exercise, health checkups, medication review, and ...

Most falls among people with osteoporosis happen at home. Use this room-by-room checklist to eliminate tripping hazards.

The majority of falls that lead to hospitalization occur in the home. Older adults can take various precautions to reduce their risk of such an event. Falls are a serious health concern for adults ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. Falls are not just risky, but common. According to the National Institute on Aging, more than one in ...

Falling is scary. The good news is that AI-powered fall detection exists to reduce fears and risks associated with falling. Some fall prevention technologies help people respond to ...

Each year, more than one in four adults 65 years and older experience a fall. Nationally, that adds up to 3 million emergency department visits, 1 million hospitalizations and 32,000 deaths. Here in ...

WESTON − Rennes Health & Rehab Center in Weston is hosting a free educational session on home safety and fall prevention. The event is scheduled for 2-3 p.m. Oct. 16 at 4810 Barbican Ave. in Weston, ...

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 ...

Physical Therapist and Rehab Manager, Outpatient Rehab at Ann’s Choice and Emily Groarke (Right), Occupational Therapist, ...