We are implementing a "Better Balance and Fall Prevention Program." We want you healthy and safe. Read below and then contact us to schedule a consult for our "Better Balance and Fall Prevention Program," email us at info@thcksq.com or call us at 610-444-8155.
The data is scary on what falling means to our aging population. Below are some statements and statistics on falling and injury. (Credit to Dr. Tom Michaud)
-In the United States, this translates into 36 million falls, 8 million injuries, 3 million visits to the emergency room, 900,000 hospitalizations and 300,000 fractured hips (4).
-Nearly 25% of the people who fracture their hip will be dead in one year, and 50% of them will be unable to return to their prior level of function (4).
-The prevalence of fall-related injuries is just as bad in other countries. In Europe, the total number of fall-related deaths has increased steadily since 1990 and the Global Burden of Disease Study reported nearly 17 million years of life lost from falls in 2017 alone (5).
-The medical costs for managing falls exceeded $50 billion, and our overstressed Medicare/Medicaid system paid for 75% of these costs (6).
Worried about falling? Have a balance problem or know someone that does? Contact us for more info about our "Better Balance and Fall Prevention Program,"
We can be reached with an email at info@thcksq.com or call us at 610-444-8155.