Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover transformation and innovation across the health care industry. Each year, millions of older adults experience falls, ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers preventive services to help assess your fall risk. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans may also cover fall prevention programs. As we age, natural changes ...

Alexandra Narvaez, DPT, of Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s, shares insights on assessing general balance and fall risk in this Community Connection segment. She explains how factors such as age, ...

Age-related balance changes, muscle weakness, and vision problems can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older people. Regular balance, strength, and cardio exercises can help reduce this ...

The majority of falls that lead to hospitalization occur in the home. Older adults can take various precautions to reduce their risk of such an event. Falls are a serious health concern for adults ...

Pediatric falls in hospital settings represent a significant yet largely preventable patient safety challenge. Falls can result in pain, injury and prolonged hospital stays, while also imposing ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. And unfortunately, falls and fall-related injuries are common occurrences. According to the World Health ...

An online program to prevent falls in older adults who rely on wheelchairs or scooters for mobility significantly reduced their concerns about falling, according to preliminary results presented this ...

Falls pose a significant risk to older adults, often resulting in injuries that lead to other health problems, decreased independence, and a lower quality of life. They also pose a considerable burden ...

A comprehensive fall prevention program integrated into primary healthcare systems significantly reduced falls among older adults, according to a large cluster randomized clinical trial published in ...

A comprehensive study on fall prevention among older adults identified several barriers that limit participation in fall prevention programs, according to new research from The Ohio State University.