Seated balance exercises after 65, 4 doctor-recommended moves with expert quotes to improve stability fast and feel safer.

When the calendar pages turn past the half-century mark, the body begins whispering new messages about balance and stability. Falls become more than just embarrassing moments—they transform into ...

For older adults wanting to stay active in the new year, Generations Area 13 Agency on Aging and Disability may have the ...

A Saint Louis University School of Nursing faculty member named Helen Lach, Ph.D kicked off the first day of “fall” with a simple initiative and timely message to senior adults: “Don’t let fear of ...

Small changes and good habits make a difference. By Louisa Kamps If you’ve ever watched children at a playground or visited a skating rink, you’ve undoubtedly seen people of all ages taking tumbles.

The Nature Index 2024 Research Leaders — previously known as Annual Tables — reveal the leading institutions and countries/territories in the natural and health sciences, according to their output in ...

Fact: Ninety percent of hip fractures in the United States result from falls. And for many seniors, the fear of falling can inhibit their movement in their own homes or cause them to avoid stepping ...

Fear of falling: it’s the official term for, well, being afraid of taking a tumble. With 1 in 4 adults over age 65 falling each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control, that apprehension is ...

According to a new study, an older person who is concerned about having a fall is at a significantly higher risk of having a fall in the future. Researchers say that identifying and addressing this ...

September marks Fall Prevention Month, drawing attention to one of the most pressing yet often overlooked issues facing older adults: the fear of falling. While falls themselves are a well-known ...