As people age, a simple slip can have devastating consequences. Falls are the leading cause of injury and death from injury among older people in the U.S., where more than a quarter of adults aged ...

and two recent studies show that falls can be predicted and recovery improved for this specific group. A Stanford University study published in the Journal of Experimental Biology demonstrates ...

Falls are the most common cause of injuries for all age groups. Babies are especially at risk of falling as they learn to roll, climb, and walk. No matter how careful you are, you can’t prevent ...

The Kami Fall Detect Camera monitors for falls and can alert families or caregivers to take action. The company has been offering similar fall detection systems for senior living communities ...

“Grip strength loses its efficacy as a reliable forecaster of fall incidents in this particular age group,” the authors wrote.Grip strength can be used well to estimate the likelihood of falls ...