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Effects Of Evidence-Based Fall Reduction Programing On The Functional Wellness Of Older Adults In A Senior Living Community: A Clinical Case Study., Andrew Harnish, William Dieter, Albert G. Crawford, Tiffany E E. Shubert

College of Population Health Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: Older adults at a high risk of falls may be referred to a physical therapist. A physical therapy episode of care is designed for the transition of an older adult from a high fall risk to a moderate to low fall risk. However, these episodes of care are limited in time and duration. There is compelling evidence for the efficacy of group-based exercise classes to address risk, and transitioning an older adult from physical therapy to a group-based program may be an effective way to manage risk through the continuum of care.

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was …