Balance forms the cornerstone of physical independence, yet it often goes unnoticed until it begins to decline. As we age, our body’s balance systems – from muscular strength to inner ear function – ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The USPSTF recommends exercise and multifactorial interventions such as education and nutrition therapy to ...

Wisconsin has the nation’s highest reported death rate from falls among older adults. But many falls can be prevented through ...

Nearly 1 in 4 older adults experiences a fall each year, but most don’t realize that targeted exercises can dramatically lower that risk. Maintaining strength and balance is key to staying active, ...

This 6 week 2x a week, specialized fitness course for active seniors through the Movements of Martial Arts focuses on fall prevention through movements inspired by jiu jitsu. Participants will engage ...

Exercise interventions recommended for reducing risk for falls, while multifactorial interventions offer small net benefit. HealthDay News — The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends ...

Older adults should exercise in order to prevent falls, according to a new recommendation from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) that was published in JAMA on Tuesday. The recommendation ...

Brace yourself for the following fact: one out of four adults aged 65 years and older fall every year. Unfortunately, one incident of taking a tumble means the chances of it happening again will ...

When Irene Hobbs saw a flyer hanging at the Highland Senior Center promoting an upcoming fall risk assessment screening event, it came at the right time. Two weeks earlier, the 78-year-old fell in her ...