In Singapore, 1 in 3 community dwelling elderly aged more than 65 years old will have at least 1 fall in a year. Falls account for 40% of injury-related deaths. Unaddressed risk factors of falls may result in a person experiencing recurrent falls and poor quality of life. Hence, Physiotherapists play a pivotal role in prevention and mangement of falls to reduce fall risks. This workshop aims to equip Physiotherapists across the care continuum with the knowledge to identify fall risk factors and provide up to date evidence and recommendations in the prevention and management of falls in Older Adults. Group discussions and interactive case studies will be used to apply learnt knowledge and skills in order to promote active learning amonst participants.
This workshop aims to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills in prevention and management of falls, based on up-to-date evidence and recommendations. Insights on multidisciplinary approach in falls prevention and management will also be shared by various healthcare professionals.
At the end of the course, participants should be able to:
- Understand falls and its impact on older adults
- Identify the fall risks factors of falls on older adults
- Identify and conduct appropriate assessments or outcome measures to screen for falls
- Understand the role of multidisciplinary approach to prevention and management of falls in older adulte
- Provide up to date and evidence based knowledge and skills for fall preventiom and management of falls in older adults
