An online program to prevent falls in older adults who rely on wheelchairs or scooters for mobility significantly reduced their concerns about falling, according to preliminary results presented this ...

‘Strong Foundations,’ a digital program designed to prevent falls in older adults, has shown promising results, according to researchers at the University of California San Diego. Falls are 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 ...

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 ...

Staying active becomes increasingly important as the years slip by, especially when it comes to preventing falls and ...

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

Falls prevention programs specifically for older adults received a major boost through the Administration for Community Living (ACL) Innovation Lab initiative. The ACL awarded 18 organizations across ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers preventive services to help assess your fall risk. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may also cover fall prevention programs. As we age, natural changes ...

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