Now Introducing… RISE
The HTS proprietary “RISE: Falls Prevention & Alarm Reduction Program” is designed to provide the best tools and evidenced-based practices to reduce resident falls and improve safe movement. Implementing a robust fall prevention plan can help residents maintain healthy lifestyles and improve quality of life. Falls Prevention Falls are the leading cause of fatal and […]
PTJ: Physical Therapy Continuity of Care Linked to Lower Rate of Surgery, Lower Costs
Article By: PT in Motion, www.apta.org Patients with low back pain (LBP) who see a single physical therapist (PT) throughout their episode of care may be less likely to receive surgery and may have lower downstream health care costs, researchers suggest in a study published in the December issue of PTJ (Physical Therapy). “Limiting the […]
Getting Around Safely Using a Cane or Walker
The use of a cane or walker has become the norm for most seniors today to help prevent falls. Ironically, these tools can be just as dangerous as they are helpful if they are not used properly. The CDC estimates nearly 50,000 seniors end up in the emergency room each year after falling while using a cane or […]
Prevent and Manage Functional Decline in Active Adults – Including Fall Risk Management
As the average age of entry for licensed assisted living is 85 years of age, senior living providers are very focused on keeping their residents as independent for as long as possible. As a provider of contract physical, occupational and speech therapy in Assisted Living and Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), our goal is to […]
An On-site Outpatient Therapy Program Specialized for Assisted Living
Finding the right therapy provider for your building can be a challenge. As assisted living providers handle increasing clinical complexity, you need quality rich, expertly delivered rehabilitation to meet the unique needs of each resident. You need a therapy partner with expertise in the senior care industry that collaborate with your staff, doctors, hospitals and […]
Better Balance
Maintaining good physical balance is important to all of us, especially those over 55. We know that when our balance is jeopardized, even slightly, we lose confidence in our abilities. This fear of falling and general loss of balance are more likely to result in a fall that causes minor or major injuries. So, what […]
Seasonal Impact on Older Adults Health
For everything there is a season. Sports, farming, fashion … What about “fall” season? Does the time of year affect the types of injuries therapists may be treating in their older patients? Falls are a main cause of injury among older adults, and research shows that about half of all falls among older adults happen when they’re outside, […]