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Feb 27, 2019/Review
Strong support for exercise interventions as a way to reduce both the risk of falls among adults 65 and older and the actual number of those who experience a fall.
Mar 26, 2017/Review
Falls-related TBIs are growing at a disproportionate rate
Oct 21, 2019/News
A Senate committee presses for more concerted efforts to prevent falls among the elderly—including wider access to physical therapy.
Sep 21, 2023/Event
Are you concerned about falls or want to learn how to stay safe and steady on your feet?
May 27, 2021/Review
A new report from CDC highlights the need for more emphasis on falls prevention — including referrals for physical therapy.
Sep 1, 2022/Feature
All older adults should be screened for risk of falling. With National Falls Prevention Awareness week happening in September, here's a recap of reasons why and resources to help PTs meet that standard.
Feb 28, 2020/Resource
60-year-old male with recent history of falling
Mar 14, 2013/Test & Measure
For patients with Parkinson disease (PD)
Dec 16, 2021/Test & Measure
The Multi-Directional Reach Test (MDRT) measures balance and the limits of stability in the anterior-posterior and medial-lateral directions by testing how far an individual can voluntarily reach forward, to the right, to the left, and lean backward, while standing with their feet flat on the ground,
Jun 12, 2013/CPG
This clinical guideline offers evidence-based advice on preventing alls in people 65 or older as well as recommendations about preventing falls in inpatients aged 50-64 who are at high risk of falls.
