Working on improving your ability to balance is important because it reduces the risk of fall-related injuries—with about 1 ...

For older adults wanting to stay active in the new year, Generations Area 13 Agency on Aging and Disability may have the ...

When the calendar pages turn past the half-century mark, the body begins whispering new messages about balance and stability. Falls become more than just embarrassing moments—they transform into ...

In today's dynamic healthcare environment, the demand for physical therapy has never been more critical. The pressing need for rehabilitation, chronic disease management, and pain alleviation spans ...

Falls affect nearly 36 million people in the United States annually, with roughly three million older adults visiting the emergency department yearly due to a fall. Falls are the leading cause of ...

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 ...

Every second, someone somewhere in the United States takes a devastating fall, contributing to a massive $50 billion annual healthcare burden, a figure set to double by 2030 as the baby boomer ...

A local nonprofit is teaching seniors how to fall safely or not at all. Kate Tohm has a history of falling. In August, she tripped over an antique shoe shine kit that sits next to her bed. She fell ...

FOUR SPORTS. IT’S A FEAR MANY PEOPLE MAY DEVELOP AS THEY GET OLDER. THE FEAR OF FALLING. AND NOW ONE SOUTH CAROLINA HOME HEALTH CARE COMPANY IS USING A NEW PROGRAM TO TEACH SENIORS HOW TO STAY SAFE ...

Researchers at University of California San Diego have revealed promising results from a study evaluating the university's "Strong Foundations" program, a digitally delivered fall prevention ...

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Center at Twin City Bangor is hosting Harvest Your Health: Fight The Fall on Saturday from 12-4 p.m. to focus on fall prevention and balance health.

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 ...