A Saint Louis University School of Nursing faculty member named Helen Lach, Ph.D kicked off the first day of “fall” with a simple initiative and timely message to senior adults: “Don’t let fear of ...

You are already taking the most important step in addressing falls, seeing your doctor. Perfect. The fear of falling creates a vicious cycle. We fall, we fear falling again, so we do less activities, ...

Fear of falling (FoF) is a prevalent concern among older adults that extends beyond the experience of actual falls. It encapsulates an anxiety regarding the potential for falling that can lead to ...

Many studies have focused on falls among people who are ambulatory and have conditions like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease, but research to address falls among those who rely on wheelchairs ...

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord. These nerves, known as peripheral nerves, are responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and ...