Posted on February 26, 2025 by Peter Batz, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, AIB-VRC
A National Council of Aging (NCOA) study found that one out of four Americans over 65 falls each year. However,...
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Posted on September 23, 2024 by Zachary Vandenberg, DPT
Falls are a significant concern for many people, especially as they age. They can lead to serious injuries, decreased mobility,...
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Posted on October 27, 2023 by Peter Batz, PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, AIB-VRC
A fall is something that nobody wants to experience. They can leave us or a loved one with bruises, scrapes,...
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Posted on September 26, 2022 by Rebecca Pudvah PT, DPT, CSCS, OCS
With balance and strength declining as we age, often after the mid-50s, you may think that you don’t need to...
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Posted on August 3, 2022 by Rebecca Pudvah PT, DPT, CSCS, OCS
Do you have a loved one who is a little unsteady on their feet, has a history of falls, or...
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Posted on October 18, 2021 by Kimberly Smith, PT, DPT, VRT
With advancements in technology, detecting a fall is easier than ever! Apple Watches have been able to detect a fall...
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Posted on September 21, 2020 by Athletico
Mary Lehnen, PT, DPT and Laura Flanigan, MSOT, OTR/L Why is fall prevention important? Physical and occupational therapists frequently treat...
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Posted on December 16, 2019 by LeeAnn Hulteen, PT, Cert. MDT
The fall season is almost over for 2019, but for adults over the age of 65 the fall season never...
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