Fall Prevention Areas of Research in the School of Health Professions

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Amber B. Armstead, DrPH, OTR, BCPR, Dept of Occupational Therapy
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Aging · Brain Health · Fall Prevention · Health Disparities · HIV · Physical Function

People living with chronic HIV  need a way to manage their HIV-related physical and mental health symptoms in a manner that improves functional independence with ADLs & IADLs and reduces falls allowing them to successfully age in place.

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Diane M. Collins, PhD, OT, Dept of Occupational Therapy
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Aging · Fall Prevention · Physical Function · Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation professionals treating aging persons being discharged or newly discharged from the hospital need a way to help family members reduce the fall risk of their family member in a way that is accessible and easy to use and prevents premature rehospitalization due to fall-related injuries.

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