A review that examined fall risk assessment tools for hospitalized older adults was somewhat inconclusive. Because of data limitations in the studies assessed, it was not clear which tools work best.

More than 98% of adults who predominantly used wheelchairs and scooters for mobility reported some level of concern about ...

Getting older can be tough for a multitude of reasons, not the least of which is the increased risk of falling and hurting yourself. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more ...

For adults aged 20 to 69 years, overactive bladder (OAB) is associated with an increased risk for a recent fall, according to ...

Backwards walking has positive health implications including increased physical mobility, according to new data published by ...

When it comes to accidental injuries in older adults, few things that scare me more than falls. I have seen it for myself as a nurse, and in the statistics about falls, falls cause very serious ...

Why do we lose our balance as we age? New research shows that Parkinson's and aging cause the brain to over-engage during balance recovery, leading to muscle stiffness and increased fall risk. Learn ...

The National Center for Patient Safety offers a free, downloadable pocket card designed to help healthcare providers measure the risk of patient falls. Healthcare providers can use the Morse Fall ...

Higher bupropion doses and prior fall history increased fall risk in older adults with treatment-resistant depression receiving augmentation. Among older adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) ...

Falls can lead to fractures, head injuries, and reduced confidence, but are often preventable and not an inevitable part of aging. Simple steps like exercise, health checkups, medication review, and ...