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 ...

Working on improving your ability to balance is important because it reduces the risk of fall-related injuries—with about 1 ...

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 ...

This year, more than a quarter of adults aged 65 and older in the U.S. will suffer a fall. New Jersey leads the country in highest incidence of senior falls. For seniors, a fall can mean a ...

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 1 in 4 people over 65 report falling each year, and many of these falls result in serious injuries like hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries. Older adults are already at a higher risk ...

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 ...