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Trained community care workers are able to safely incorporate a falls prevention exercise program into their existing services for older […]
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Fewer people being referred to fall prevention programs
More than half of older West Australians who reported falling over in the past year did not seek medical assistance, […]
Insoles reduce trips and falls in elderly
Special shoe insoles designed to prevent costly and common stumbles and tumbles among the elderly will be available in Australia […]
Gait monitoring app could help prevent falls
Understanding how people balance and walk as they age and anticipating a potential fall may soon involve little more than […]
Ladder safety campaign for Aussie men
A new national education campaign encourages Australian men to consider their safety and avoid engaging in risky ladder use. Every […]
Toe training may keep the elderly upright
Researchers at Victoria University are investigating if toe training – strengthening the muscles in the toes and the feet – […]
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