Each year, millions of adults aged 65 and older fall. Falls can cause moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head traumas, and can increase the risk of early death. Fortunately, falls are a public health problem that is largely preventable.
(CDC). Learn about the risk factors and what you can do to prevent falls so that you can stay active and independent.
About the Speakers
Melissa Gilbert, DPT, NCS
Melissa is a licensed physical therapist who earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Washington, and is also a Neurologic Certified Specialist with the American Physical Therapy Association. She has a strong interest in neurological rehabilitation, specifically seeing patients with Parkinson’s Disease and multiple sclerosis, as well as other neurological disorders such as stroke and traumatic brain injury. She is a certified MS specialist with the Consortium of MS Centers and is a member of an ATTP trained Parkinson’s clinic. She has given numerous talks on MS and exercise as well as on Fall Prevention for the neurological population.
Susan Watters, OTR/L
Susan is an NDT certified occupational therapist who graduated from New York University in 1987. She has over 20 years experience in acute care, home health, outpatient and long term care with neurologically involved patients.
Alicia Nowak, DPT, NCS
Alicia is a licensed physical therapist who earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Washington and is also a Neurologic Certified Specialist with the American Physical Therapy Association. She is trained in neurological and geriatric rehabilitation with an interest in working with patients who have gait and balance impairments. In addition, she is a Certified Exercise Expert for the Aging Adult through the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy.
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