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Fall Prevention

The Problem: According to the National Safety Council, falls are the #1 cause of hospital trauma admissions, injuries and accident-related deaths in the 65 and older age group.

In 2002, fall-related injuries were the cause of death for about 13,000 Americans.

Factors That May Increase Fall Risk:
  • Muscle Weakness
  • History of Falls
  • Neurological Deficits
  • Gait Deficit
  • Balance Deficit
  • Use Of Assistive Devices
  • Visual Deficits
  • Arthritis
  • Impaired ADLs
  • Depression
  • Cognitive Impairment
  • Age >80 Years
  • Medications
  • Cardiovascular Deficits
  • Fear of Falling

Our Solution:   The CHOICE Comprehensive fall prevention program. 

  • Comprehensive assessment to identify risk factors.
  • Effective treatment strategies to reduce or eliminate risk of falls including balance and gait training, general strengthening and conditioning, and exercises progressions to improve bone density.
  • Education of patient / client and family members in fall prevention strategies as well as instruction in home exercise program.
  • Home assessments performed as determined necessary.
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