Avoiding Falls
Falls are the leading cause of injury leading to death among older adults 1. Fall-related hip fractures account for approximately 25% of injuries leading to death among those over age 65, and 34% among those 85 or older2. Fall-related injuries occur more commonly than strokes and are the most preventable cause of nursing home placement3.
Clinical Indications
- Ankle instability
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Ankle osteoarthritis
- Mild foot drop
- Vestibular disease
- History of fall or near fall
- Walking difficulty
