MS Workshop: Fall Prevention -- #EvergreenHealthMS

Each year, millions of adults ages 65 and older fall. People with disabilities are also at high risk. Falls can cause moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head traumas, and can increase the risk of early death. Fortunately, falls are preventable!

Videos of the workshop are available below or on the EvergreenHealth YouTube channel.

Part 1 - How to Prevent Falls
Melissa Gilbert, DPT, NCS, physical therapist at EvergreenHealth Rehabilitation Services

Part 2 - All About Balance
Alicia Nowak, DPT, NCS, physical therapist at EvergreenHealth Rehabilitation Services

Part 3 - Occupational Therapy and Fall Prevention
Susan Watters, OTR/L, occupational therapist at EvergreenHealth Rehabilitation Services

Information source Link - at #EvergreenHealth 

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