Helping Patients Stay on Their Feet (Dawson - Online)

Course overview

Falls among older adults are becoming a public health crisis and significant burden on the healthcare system. More than 95% of hip fractures are caused by falling. Falls cost the healthcare system about $31 billion dollars annually. In fact, falls are not a normal part of aging and can be prevented with the proper assessment and management. Rehabilitation professionals are primed to lead this initiative as part of an interdisciplinary team. This course will deepen your understanding of the interplay between risk factors associated with falls. Additionally, listeners will learn the most evidence-based examination and evaluative tools available to be able to develop the best individualized plan of care along with skilled justification for treatment. Finally, the course will outline the current best practices and interventions available to healthcare professionals in managing falls and aid in the prevention of future falls.