Fall Prevention
Safe Balance is a comprehensive fall prevention solution designed to help individuals maintain their balance, improve mobility, and reduce the risk of falls. Falls can significantly impact a person's independence and quality of life, but we offer a proactive approach to fall prevention that helps minimize these risks.
By presenting patients with a personalized care plan tailored to their specific needs, we can identify three main areas of risk - physical, environmental, and psychological/medicinal. Addressing these factors through a targeted fall prevention program can significantly improve stability and confidence.
Using Safe Balance technology, we help empower you to move confidently, reduce your fear of falling, and enjoy a healthier, more stable way of life. With Safe Balance, you will benefit from a proven fall prevention strategy and receive the resources, education, and care you need to stay safe, strong, and mobile for years to come.
Fall Facts
- “Each year, there are about 1 million fall-related hospitalizations among older adults.”
o Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. Web–based Injury Statistics Query and Reporting System (WISQARS) [online]. Accessed March 11, 2024.
- “While not all falls result in an injury, about 37% of those who fall reported an injury that required medical treatment or restricted their activity for at least one day.”
o Moreland, B, Kakara, R, & Henry, A. Trends in Nonfatal Falls and Fall-Related Injuries Among Adults Aged≥ 65 Years—United States, 2012–2018. MMWR Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. 2020 Jul 10;69(27):875–881. DOI: 10.15585/mmwr6927a5.
- “Many people who fall, even if they're not injured, become afraid of falling. This fear may cause a person to cut down on their everyday activities. When a person is less active, they become weaker and this increases their chances of falling.”
o Vellas BJ, Wayne SJ, Romero LJ, Baumgartner RN, Garry PJ. Fear of falling and restriction of mobility in elderly fallers. Age Ageing. 1997 May;26(3):189–193. DOI: 10.1093/ageing/26.3.189.
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/falls/data-research/facts-stats/index.html
Learn More About Fall Prevention in the Report Below
Button - “Fall Prevention Education Resources” (link to PDF attached to case)
Call The Podiatry Center Today for Fall Prevention Solutions in Bethesda, MD & Springfield, VA
To experience our 5-star-rated podiatric care, schedule your New Patient Consultation today by calling (301) 656-6055 to reach our Bethesda, MD, office or (703) 451-2977 to reach our Springfield, VA, office. You may also click here to request your appointment.
Your appointment includes the following:
- Discuss Your Goals
- Complete Exam & Diagnosis
- Discuss Your Options
During your appointment, we will take the time to answer all your questions about our fall prevention treatments and technology, our flexible payment options, and anything else you may want to know about us!
