Rehab Leading the Charge in Falls Prevention

Christina Prevett discusses the importance of proactive falls prevention, challenging common misconceptions, and emphasizing the role of rehab professionals in leading this effort to improve older adults' resilience and safety. Keywordsfalls prevention, older adults, rehab professionals, resilience, injury risk, strength training, healthcare system, proactive care In this episode, we go over The importance of resilience over fear Role of strength and physical activity in fall prevention Limitations of current fall prevention programs The need for personalized, human-centered approaches Healthcare system's focus on preventing first fall The untapped potential of rehab professionals in fall prevention Building networks and advocacy for proactive care