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Falls, Fall Risk, and Anticoagulants
Falls in patients on anticoagulants has been a constant concern for quite some time, puzzling physicians on the weight of risks present....

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Aug 13, 20211 min read


“How do we prevent patients from falling” VS “How do I prevent THIS patient from falling”
A while ago, I was spending a great deal of time traveling along the east coast of the US (Maryland seems to be my second home as of...

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Aug 11, 20212 min read


Patient Education on Fall Prevention in the Hospital/Facility
When it comes to fall prevention, you can never spread enough awareness. The amount of elderly and high-risk patients that fall every day...

Madeleine Wiscombe
Aug 9, 20212 min read


Understanding the Global Impact of Falls on Patients and their Family
Discussing the emotional impact fear of falling may have for you or your loved one.

Sheila Bullard
Jul 28, 20212 min read


Falls and their impacts in Surgery Centers
See how fall prevention can extend beyond the walls of a surgery center and have positive effects on a patient post-discharge!

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Jul 26, 20212 min read


Falls and Lower Limb DVTs
Find out how falls and DVTs are intertwined and identify a solution to tackle the problem head on!

Madeleine Wiscombe
Jul 23, 20211 min read


Using Hospital Bed Technology to Reduce Falls
Examining fall prevention practices in the hospital using bed technology

Madeleine Wiscombe
Jul 21, 20211 min read


Falls and the Emergency Department
Learn how Safe Balance can prevent falls in and beyond the Emergency Department

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Jul 19, 20212 min read


Facility Costs for Falls: An Examination of Figures
Examining the costs for falls in the hospital and solutions to reduce them!

John Lauer
Jul 16, 20212 min read


A Falls Free Checkup from the NCOA
A "Falls Free Checkup" using a simple screening tool that is also incorporated into the Safe Balance program

Sheila Bullard
Jul 14, 20211 min read


Falls in Older Persons: Risk Factors and Prevention
A review of prior research that remains applicable today!

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Jul 12, 20212 min read


Medications and Fall Risk: Moving Beyond Balance and Generalized Weakness
Often times, people fail to understand that there are many factors associated with falls. While balance and generalized weakness are a...

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Jul 11, 20211 min read


Fall Prevention During COVID-19
We all understand the unprecedented times we are in and no doubt are all experiencing uncertain circumstances. During this COVID-19...

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Apr 12, 20201 min read


Podiatrists a Leading Agent in Fall Prevention
A great article in Podiatry Today on the importance of Podiatrists in preventing falls in seniors. "More than one risk factor increases...

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Apr 2, 20201 min read


CDC Recommends Pharmacists to Assist in Fall Prevention
The CDC is becomming an everyday resource for citizens across the United States. However, as many do not know, the CDC has initiated a...

Nathan R. Clinton-Barnett; OTD, MSOT, OTRL
Mar 26, 20201 min read
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