Fall Prevention in Older Adults: Evidence and Key Indicators in the Promotion of Fall Prevention

Authors

Beth Sullivan, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

Author ORCID Identifier

This presentation addresses key issues in fall prevention in older adults for occupational therapists and physical therapists. It explores the main etiological factors of falls, evidence-based assessments and treatment interventions, and the role of interdisciplinary team members in addressing falls.

Publication Title

Occupational Therapy Association of California Annual Conference

Medical Subject Headings

Occupational Therapy, Accidental Falls, Etiology, Risk Factors, Adults, Aged

Abstract

This video presentation covers risk factors important to fall prevention in older adults. In addition to discussing the etiology of falls, the presentation outlines evidence-based assessments and treatments. Finally it briefly addresses the role of interdisciplinary team members in the prevention of falls.

Comments

Webinar presented to the 2020 Occupational Therapy Association of California Annual Conference and Expo held virtually October 8-11, 2020.

Recommended Citation

Sullivan, B. (2020). Fall Prevention in Older Adults: Evidence and Key Indicators in the Promotion of Fall Prevention. Occupational Therapy Association of California Annual Conference Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/ot/18