Fall Prevention Is About More Than Balance: An Occupational Therapist’s Perspective
Fall prevention is about so much more than balance. From the home environment and footwear to strength, cognition, daily routines, and everyday activities, many factors can influence an older adult’s risk of falling. From an occupational therapy perspective, fall prevention means looking at the whole person, task, and environment to promote safety while supporting independence and confidence.
The Sit-to-Stand Device: More Than Just a Transfer Aid
Most clinicians think of a sit-to-stand device as a transfer aid, but it can also be a valuable therapy tool. Learn how occupational therapists can use sit-to-stand devices to address lower extremity strength, standing tolerance, balance, weight shifting, and ADL performance while promoting safety, confidence, and functional independence.