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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an updated?

Chiropractic Economics

Today, we must ask ourselves: Are we doing enough to prevent falls and improve quality of life for our middle-aged and elderly patients? The slip-and-fall crisis Falls are a significant health risk for older adults, contributing to more than 8 million emergency room visits annually in the U.Sā€‹.

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

ChiroUp

It falls within the realm of chiropractors' responsibilities to not only inform patients about the potential risks associated with falling but also to conduct comprehensive assessments and provide targeted interventions to prevent future falls. Am J Public Health 1992;82:1020ā€“3. Vol 21, Issue 5, 2009.

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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an update?

Chiropractic Economics

Today, we must ask ourselves: Are we doing enough to prevent falls and improve quality of life for our middle-aged and elderly patients? The slip-and-fall crisis Falls are a significant health risk for older adults, contributing to more than 8 million emergency room visits annually in the U.Sā€‹.

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The importance of including balance assessment and training in patient management protocols

Chiropractic Economics

As DCs, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our patients by addressing pain, improving mobility and preventing injuries. For individuals over the age of 65, falls are the second leading cause of injury-related deaths. This proactive approach allows for timely interventions to prevent falls and related injuries.

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Strategies to improve balance and support healthy aging in your patients

Chiropractic Economics

These challenges provide opportunities to develop strategies for helping these people age healthier and safer.The National Institutes of Health reports that those 65 and older will soon outnumber children under age 5. National Institutes of Health. Older Adult Falls Data. CDC Older Adult Fall Prevention.

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Osteoporosis: The unseen problem of fragile bones

Musculoskeletal Australia

to treat rheumatoid arthritis or asthma), some chemotherapy drugs, epilepsy drugs, and proton pump inhibitors Other health conditions including rheumatoid arthritis , coeliac disease , inflammatory bowel diseases , and diabetes. Balance training: exercises such as tai chi and yoga improve balance and mobility and reduce your risk of falling.

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Osteosarcopenia: A hidden health concern

Musculoskeletal Australia

Osteosarcopenia ( os-tee-oh-sar-koh-pee-nee-uh ) is a term used to describe the combined effects of two common age-related health conditions: osteoporosis ( osteoporosis ) and sarcopenia ( sarcopenia ). When these two conditions occur together, they worsen each other, leading to a higher risk of disability, falls, and poor health outcomes.

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