Here are some APTA-recommended resources that can help you gain a deeper understanding of the impact of falls on our health system, and what can be done to reduce falls risk.
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APTA Suggests: More on Balance and Falls
APTA Suggests: More on Balance and Falls
Date: Friday, September 20, 2019
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Date: September 20, 2019
Contact: practice@apta.org
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