About 3 million elderly adults are treated in the ER for a fall injury. (Been there, done that, how about you?) One out of every 5 falls causes an injury such as a broken bone or head injury.

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.

If at all possible, "prepare" for a fall by leaning forward into it for control. Landing sideways is best, ideally on your ...

Vitamin D supplements may have no bearing on the severity of injuries from falls in postmenopausal women and older men, ...

According to a 2023 U.S. Census Bureau report, 4 million U.S. households with an adult aged 65 or older had difficulty living ...

A local health facility is offering free screenings to help prevent elderly people in the area from having devastating falls. Bodyworx Physical Therapy and Chiropractic in Russell has implemented the ...

One of the key steps in fall prevention is ensuring that the living environment is safe. Tripping hazards like loose rugs, electrical cords, or clutter should be removed. Installing grab bars in ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 1 in 4 older adults in the U.S. falls each year.

Older adults may still need to take vitamin ... "Our recommendation is focused on the prevention of falls and the prevention of fractures – that's what we want to emphasize, that vitamin D ...