According to a new study, an older person who is concerned about having a fall is at a significantly higher risk of having a fall in the future. Researchers say that identifying and addressing this ...

Individuals who have experienced a recent fall or are having difficulty with balance may receive a fall risk assessment from a healthcare professional. Medicare covers these assessments during ...

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.

Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in older adults, and research suggests that prescription drugs such as opioids and antidepressants may be fueling the trend. A research review published ...

People of any age are susceptible to falling, but older adults are especially at risk. Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death for people over the age of 65 and were responsible for ...

Why do individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia experience frequent falls? About one in every four seniors falls at least once a year, and falls are even more common for people who have Alzheimer’s ...

Sight-limiting eye disease can impact balance, posture, and gait even before patients become aware of visual impairments. Cataract, AMD, and glaucoma are each associated with increased risk for falls ...