Four Risk Factors for Falls in Older Adults
Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 years and older.1 Recognizing risk factors for falls can empower healthcare providers to take proactive steps in fall prevention and promote…
How a Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Unit Aids Knee Rehab
A neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) unit offers a valuable approach for patients recovering from knee replacement surgery, especially in addressing common quadriceps deficits. By delivering controlled electrical impulses to targeted muscle groups, NMES specifically activates…
Free Fall Prevention Handout: Assessing and Managing Fall Risk
Fall-related injuries among older adults cost the U.S. healthcare system around $50 billion annually, and that number is expected to increase as the population ages. Clinicians are the front lines to address this crisis by…
6 Fall Prevention Strategies at Home and Beyond
Occupational therapists and physical therapists focus on fall prevention in daily treatments—often, in patients’ homes. You can prevent injuries, hospitalizations, and even death by reducing someone’s fall risk. Many therapists regularly treat patients older than…
5 Strategies for Preventing Hip Fractures in Older Adults
Did you know?According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 95 percent of all hip fractures result from falls.1After a hip fracture in an older adult, the mortality rate…
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