Episode 1913 - What if "falls prevention" is bullshit?

Dr. Christina Prevett // #GeriOnICE // www.ptonice.com 

In today's episode of the PT on ICE Daily Show, join Modern Management of the Older Adult division leader Christina Prevett discusses the critical topic of falls prevention among older adults. She challenges the current frameworks and statistics surrounding falls, highlighting that one in three older adults experience falls each year, which are responsible for 90% of hip and wrist fractures. Christina emphasizes the importance of reevaluating the narrative around falls prevention and its implications for funding and research. Through her experiences in teaching the Older Adult course, Christina engages with clinicians of varying backgrounds to explore the prevalence of falls and the need for a shift in perspective regarding this pressing issue. Tune in for valuable insights on reframing falls prevention strategies to improve outcomes for older adults.

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