APTQI in the News

Falling, or more likely avoiding falls, is on the mind of a lot of aging adults. Maybe you have a neighbor that slipped on ice in their driveway or know…

We don’t often think of slips and trips being public health concerns, but falls and falls-related injuries are some of the most pressing health risks facing older Louisianans. These accidents…

As a physical therapist, I see firsthand how one fall can change a senior’s life forever. In Texas, 29% of seniors fall annually, leading to life-threatening injuries, loss of independence…

There is no denying that treatment without prevention neglects a core element of healthcare. And for older adults, prevention is crucial to reducing the risk of injury and hospitalization. As…

It may not make headlines, but falls are one of the biggest threats to the health and safety of Idaho’s older adults. As a physical therapist, I’ve helped my patients…

Protecting Our Aging Population The SAFE Act represents a critical step forward in addressing the healthcare needs of America’s growing senior population Growing Need for Senior Care As our aging…

Proposed federal legislation that would allow Medicare beneficiaries to receive a no-cost falls risk assessment from a physical or occupational therapist as part of their annual wellness visit is a…

Dear Editor: As the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older, fall prevention practices are a top priority for physical and occupational therapists across the country. These…

Thank you for recently highlighting the critical need for quality physical therapy (“How To Find the Right Medical Rehab Services,” July 15) and providing a comprehensive guide on navigating rehabilitation…

Here at First Settlement Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to not only treating but also preventing falls among our older population. As the leading cause of injury and injury-related deaths…