Fall Prevention
JFMK, Vol. 10, Pages 96: Effects of Tactile Sensory Stimulation Training of the Trunk and Sole on Standing Balance Ability in Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal of Functional Mor...
A new artificial intelligence system is helping reduce falls at Park Senior Villas La Caada without using cameras or micropho...
Wilmington, Delaware, United States, Transparency Market Research, Inc., March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The rising prevalence of chronic diseases and increasing healthcare infrastructure in...
Geriatrics, Vol. 10, Pages 46: Impact of an Interprofessional Collaboration Between Physicians and Pharmacists on Fall-Risk-Increasing Drugs in Older Patients with Trauma in the Emergency Departmen...
A senior resident interacts with “Xia Lan,” a humanoid robot, at Shenzhen Nursing Home in Shenzhen. — Xinhua photo
SHENYANG (March 17): In a nursing home in south China’s Shenzhen, an elderly resi...
Several years ago, I ran a series of posts on my Laws of Trauma. I assembled them into newsletter that contained all nine that existed at the time. If you’d like to download it, just click this li...
* China is witnessing a rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into eldercare services, offering innovative solutions to the challenges of an aging population.* The latest d...
MIDDLEBURY — Elderly Services will be hosting a Community Education Series of five informative presentations this spring on topics of importance to both area elders and their families. The series w...
The Growing Demand for At-Home Elder Care
In recent years, many families have shifted their focus to helping loved ones age in the comfort of home. The preference for aging in place comes with m...
BackgroundFalls are included in this category due to their high prevalence among people over 60 years of age. The aim of this study is to analyze the relationship between the frequency of falls and...
Healthcare is advancing quickly, with technology improving patient care, hospital operations, and efficiency.
One of the most impactful advancements is the use of motion sensors—a versatile tool w...
WASHINGTON, DC - Maplewood Senior Living and Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. (NYSE: OHI) celebrates the grand opening of Inspīr Embassy Row, Washington D.C.'s premier ultra-luxury senior living co...
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HAVERFORD TOWNSHIP — The School District of Haverford Township recently announced that Haverford High School science teacher Dr. Jeremy Tomaszewski has been named a 2021 Presidential Awardee for Ex...
from the South East Health Unit
The evidence is clear. Older adults can live longer healthier lives by being active, eating in a healthy way and taking steps to minimize their risk for falls.
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As individuals grow older, their lifestyles and needs shift, necessitating extra help to ensure their continued well-being. Senior care homes are vital in offering a secure, caring setting for elde...
An AI platform designed to reduce hospital admissions by predicting when elderly individuals are at risk of falling or becoming ill at home is set to be introduced nationwide.Developed by private c...
When it comes to ensuring safety and comfort during sleep, bed side rails are a must-have for many individuals. Whether you are caring for an elderly loved one, recovering from surgery, or just loo...
With everything going on around us, I assume we’re all aware of how increasingly vulnerable we are to natural disasters and emergencies, in such times, preparedness is essential. Yet, for many, h...
For some context my dad (59) in June had a bad stroke, left with serious brain damage and isnt making progress in rehab. He's violent and mean but sometimes hes just so happy to see you and is just...
A review of the principles and mechanisms of this training method highlights its potential to shift paradigms in fall prevention strategies. The ...