Tag: falls
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Toolbox Tips: Why Fatigue Belongs in Every Home Safety and Home Modification Conversation
When people think about fall prevention at home, they often picture loose rugs, poor lighting, missing grab bars, or cluttered walkways. Those hazards matter, but they are only part of the picture. One of the most overlooked contributors to falls and near-falls is fatigue: the very real drop in physical endurance, balance, attention, and confidence…
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The Hidden Fall Risk in Your Patient’s Pill Bottle: A Therapist’s Action Plan
Therapists play a crucial role in fall prevention, not just by addressing physical factors, but also by advocating for safe medication management and interdisciplinary collaboration. The evidence is clear: the combination of certain medications and polypharmacy (multiple drugs) significantly elevates older adults’ fall risk—so specific, research-based action is needed. Key Drugs That Increase Fall Risk…
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Evidence-Based Fall Prevention Through Home Modifications: What Occupational Therapists Need to Know
Falls represent one of the most significant health risks for community-dwelling older adults, with approximately one-third experiencing at least one fall annually. As occupational therapy professionals, understanding evidence-based home modification strategies is critical for reducing fall risk and supporting aging in place. Recent systematic reviews have identified specific environmental modifications that can reduce fall rates…