Fear of Falling and Fall Prevention Programs
Many seniors are fearful of losing their independence as a result of injury caused by a fall. Learn about Fall Prevention Programs in this article from Inside Elder Care.
Falling for the elderly is devastating and has many lasting consequences such as pain, injury, loss of independence, and costly medical bills. In fact, fifty percent of older adults who have fallen in the past year have a fear of falling. In 2005, 15,800 people 65 and older died from injuries related to unintentional falls.
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