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Dec 9, 2022/Article
In the U.S., mortality rates from unintentional falls have risen dramatically between 2000 and 2020, nearly tripling for women 85 and older.
Oct 1, 2014/Test & Measure
This is a popular, moderately predictive, reliable and brief method of screening fall risk in subacute and residential aged care.
Feb 7, 2024/Review
An analysis of discharge data uncovered patterns that point to the need for more attention on falls prevention.
Oct 1, 2024/Article
Access dozens of marketing assets to communicate the benefits of physical therapy for falls prevention this October.
Aug 27, 2018/Review
Assessments followed by nterventions that address patient-specific risk areas could result in a "striking" reduction in falls.
Sep 5, 2024/News
This year, the focus is on falls prevention — something every PT and PTA plays a role in.
May 27, 2021/Review
A new report from CDC highlights the need for more emphasis on falls prevention — including referrals for physical therapy.
Mar 3, 2025/Position Paper
The American Physical Therapy Association strongly supports the SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act (S. 688 / H.R. 3183). The legislation would establish an Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration, tasked with preemptively identifying and treating veterans at risk of falling. The
October is National Physical Therapy Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of the benefits of physical therapy.
Sep 14, 2018/Review
Up to a third of patients with TKA experience a fall within 6 months to a year after surgery, but the risk can be reduced.
