Falls are a serious concern for people living with Parkinson’s disease. They can lead to injuries, loss of independence, and a lower quality of life. Understanding why falls happen so often in Parkinson’s disease helps patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers take steps to reduce the risk. This article explores the motor and non-motor symptoms that increase fall risk, including freezing, postural instability, and orthostatic hypotension. It also offers practical advice

<p>Falls are much too common for elderly adults, unfortunately. Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years [&hellip;]</p>

Falls are a major concern in rehabilitation centers, especially for older adults and individuals recovering from injuries. Physical therapists play a crucial role in helping patients regain strength, balance, and confidence after a fall. Their approach combines hands-on therapy with specialized tools and devices designed to support recovery and prevent future falls. This post explores how physical therapists solve fall recovery challenges, highlighting the tools they use and

The best exercises for individuals with Parkinson’s disease are fun, challenging, and, above all, safe. Depending on personal preferences and symptoms, a Parkinson’s patient may choose different exercises to work different motor or cognitive skills. However, an ideal exercise program incorporates a variety of activities that include aerobic exercise, strength training, balance exercises, and flexibility training. How much exercise should a person with Parkinson’s be getting?

Parkinson’s patients are particularly prone to falling episodes in their homes. Many times, their falls do not result in injury. Nonetheless, the issue is how to recover from falls independently or with little assistance when they occur without injury. For each exercise described below, the purpose and key points are relevant to anyone, including individuals with Parkinson’s disease, when using the ResQUp at home and performing upper and lower body strength training. The exer

Key Takeaways from the 2025 Fall Prevention Awareness Week Conference The 2025 Fall Prevention Awareness Week Conference was a resounding success, hosted across four major universities in Washington, DC. Over four days, more than 750 participants—including 400 students, faculty members, and sponsors—gathered to explore innovative strategies for reducing fall risk and improving mobility for vulnerable populations. Fall Prevention Conference Summary As part of the event, Safe P

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Our Experience Our initial testing of the ResQUp determined its benefit in assisting Parkinson’s patients with their fall management...

The following is the result of a clinical study performed by the Greater Los Angeles VA Geriatric Research Education Clinical Center and is a validated fall risk self-assessment tool ( Validating an evidence-based, self-rated fall risk questionnaire (FRQ) for older adults – ScienceDirect ). Questionnaire Participants are asked to respond to each of the following questions and then rate themselves for their risk of falling. If the participant scores “4” or more “yeses”, they a

Fall Prevention is critical. Thousands of people over the age of 65 fall while at home each year according to the Center for Disease...

Fall Prevention Resources Summary We purposely share information and ideas regarding fall assessment, fall prevention, and fall recovery...

Falls and fall-related injuries are the biggest risks with antihypertension therapies because they can cause dizziness and fainting. Falls can lead to broken bones, concussions, and other serious or even life-threatening injuries. If an elderly person has hypotension, hypertension therapy and fall risk should be one of a clinician’s biggest priorities. Preventing falls and providing fall recovery solutions is essential. Postural hypotension—when blood pressure drops during po

In the Physical Therapy profession, we utilize many different types of tests to obtain useful information to assist us in our patients’...

Prevent and Prepare for Falls Empowering older adults through awareness, strength, and mobility .   Care Providers — Support — At-Risk...