Effective Fall Risk Reduction Programs DVD

Workout Videos Presents: Effective Fall Risk-Reduction Programs Workout DVD - Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injury deaths and nonfatal injuries among adults aged 65 years and older. In order to address this issue appropriately, effective fall-prevention programs must go beyond basic balance exercises. Effective Fall Risk-Reduction Programs identifies the critical components of effective fall risk-reduction programs, describes a comprehensive training framework, and explores key strategies for programmatic and individual success. Among the topics covered: fall rates for men and women, falls—a multifactorial geriatric syndrome, national fall-prevention strategy, who is the primary fall-risk client, and program management. Produced in cooperation with the IDEA Health & Fitness Association. Affiliation: Cody Sipe, Nationally Recognized Fitness Educator (2007) (75 mins.)