Falls Prevention

Re-evaluating vision and gait

Poor vision is a well known contributor to falls risk, but Irish researchers say the reason why isn’t what we thought. Read More »

Falls-related ER visits rise in Calif.

Surging numbers of seniors—and their lengthening life spans—are keeping emergency rooms busy with visits attributed to falling. Read More »

Reducing hospital readmissions

A New Jersey provider uses monitoring technology to reduce residents' risk of falling. Read More »

Catch a Falling Star

The Isabella Geriatric Center has mounted a multifaceted attack on resident falls BY YAFFA UNGAR, PT  The staff at Isabella Geriatric Center has Read More »