CDC Report: Senior Death Rate from Accidental Falls is Rising
According to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s National Center for Health Statistics, death rates due to falls are rising among older adults. The CDC found that fall death rates among adults aged 65 and older rose significantly between 2003 and 2023. In 2023, the accidental fall death rate…
Guest Blog: Real Patient Story: Fall Prevention for Betty Lou
By Brady Whetten PT, DPTMulti-Site Clinical Director at Therapy Partners GroupBoard-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy Betty Lou’s Story: Why Fall Prevention Matters At 73 years old, Betty Lou was thriving in retirement. Her days were filled with joy—playing pickleball, going on daily walks, tending to her flower garden, and spending quality time with…