Team approach helps older Veterans reduce risk of falls at home

(Source – blogs.va.gov)

Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury-related death for adults over the age of 65. Unfortunately, one in every four older adults falls each year in the U.S. For nearly a decade, helping older Veterans reduce their risk of a fall through engagement in physical therapy has been a priority focus for David McFarland-Smith. Continue reading here…

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