Falls are a common cause of injury in the elderly.
There are many things that can be done to help prevent falling and serious injury, including staying active and fall proofing the home.
If you have an elderly parent or are a caregiver, you must listen for some great advice.
Prevention & Treatment of Falls in the Elderly
Learn the leading cause of falls in the elderly and what we can do to help prevent falls.
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 4
- Audio File: ER_101/1313er5d.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Dr. Melissa Barton
- Organization: American College of Emergency Physicians
- Guest Bio: Dr. Melissa Barton is a clinical assistant professor at Wayne State University, School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. She is also the residency director at Sinai-Grace Hospital’s Emergency Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Barton is a past president of the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians and she is a member of national ACEP’s Public Relations Committee.
- Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Dr. Leigh Vinocur
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The Dr. Leigh Vinocur Show
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