Systemic & Musculoskeletal Risk Factors and Management in Older Adults

Course Description

Date: Online Zoom Webinar | Tues, 26 May
Time: 17:30-19:30

Master Falls Prevention with Evidence-Based Strategies

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury, reduced independence, and hospitalisation in older adults. As clinicians, understanding why falls occur — and how to effectively assess and manage risk — is essential.

This course is designed to give you a practical, evidence-based framework to confidently assess, manage, and prevent falls in the older adult population.

What You’ll Learn

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the multifactorial nature of falls, including:

• Physiological and age-related changes
• Musculoskeletal contributors
• Environmental risk factors
• Medication-related influences

You’ll also develop the clinical skills to:

• Perform comprehensive falls assessments
• Identify key red flags and high-risk presentations
• Implement targeted, patient-specific intervention strategies
• Apply the latest NICE guidelines in daily practice

Use validated outcome measures to track risk and progress