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CDC: Falls-Related Deaths in the US Rose 31% in 10 Years

May 15, 2018/News

The latest statistics, included in a report from the CDC point to a need for more widespread falls screening and prevention efforts including physical therapy, authors say.

Ready for Falls Prevention Awareness Day?

Sep 11, 2017/News

Here's a quick take on just some of the falls-related resources available from APTA.

Study: Widespread Fall-Risk Screening Efforts, Followed by Appropriate Interventions, Could Produce 'Striking' Results

Aug 27, 2018/Review

Assessments followed by nterventions that address patient-specific risk areas could result in a "striking" reduction in falls.

Falls Prevention: Assessing the Effects of the Pandemic

Sep 22, 2021/Roundup

For Falls Prevention Awareness Week, a collection of recent research articles that focus on the intersection between falls and COVID-19.

Fullerton Advanced Balance Scale (FAB) for Older Adults

Jun 16, 2013/Test & Measure

Measures static and dynamic balance under varying sensory conditions; designed to measure balance in higher-functioning active older adults.

Are You Fall-Savvy? Take This Quick Quiz

Sep 21, 2018/News

In advance of Falls Prevention Awareness Day, see how you score on this 8-question quiz on falls statistics and screening.

From PTJ: Getting at the Risk Factors for Falls Post-TKA

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.

Fall Risk in Community-Dwelling Elders

Jan 16, 2013/Clinical Summary

PTs help people manage their fall risk.

Death From Falls Continues to Climb for Adults 65 and Older, CDC Says

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.

Preventing Falls and Reducing Injury From Falls, Fourth Edition

Sep 1, 2017/CPG

This guideline provides recommendations related to adults and the prevention of falls.