Falls Management

Decrease fear of falling and associated restrictions in activity levels among older adults

Each year, more than 1.6 million older U.S. adults go to emergency departments for fall-related injuries. Among older adults, falls are the number one cause of fractures, hospital admissions for trauma, loss of independence, and injury deaths.

Fortunately, falls can be managed with increased awareness, and targeted interventions. 

EBLC supports the following programs proven to decrease fear of falling and associated restrictions in activity levels among older adults.

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