Reaction time important in falls prevention: research
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 21, 2016
Whether older adults who lose their balance can recover it and avoid falling depends not only on their lower limb strength and perception of where their limbs are but also on their reaction times, according...
Falls, fractures could be reduced with coordinated care, medication review: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 22, 2016
Better coordinated care, including a review of medications, could lower the risk of falls and fractures in older adults who already have experienced fractures, according to a commentary published Monday...
AMDA committee identifies 3 priorities for assisted living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 06, 2016
The Assisted Living Committee of AMDA-The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine recently surveyed members and arrived at three quality improvement priorities for the industry.
CDC report details characteristics of assisted living residents
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 24, 2016
A new report details ADL assistance needed and other characteristics of residents of assisted living and similar residential communities.
More good news about Tai Chi
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 21, 2015
As we observe Falls Prevention Awareness Day and plan for Active Aging Week next week, new evidence arises of the health benefits of Tai Chi for older adults.