The Fall Prevention Lady on Cable TV..

I was honored to be a part of the expert panel on Beatrice Bailey's cable show, "A-Z with Bea". In the falls among an aging population episode, Bea interviewed Dr. Huey Lin of UC Davis, Neil Hershberger of Burger Physical Therapy and me, Kelly Ward, the Fall Prevention Lady!

Dr. Lin discussed the epidemiology of falls, Neil talked about treatment after a fall and I talked about reducing the risk of accidental falls. Together, we point out that although falls are associated with aging, falls are not an inevitable part of the aging process; the risk can be reduced. With this expert panel, Bea offers viewer the medical, the treatment and the prevention perspectives of a fall.

For an older adult, a fall can instantly change her/his life. Everyone on the panel agreed that following a consistent exercise program is the number one way to reduce the risk of a fall. As a balance and mobility specialist, I recommend a thorough, individualized assessment to identify possible causes balance impairment. From this assessment, a qualified instructor or specialist can design a program specific to a person's needs.

However if you do not have access to a balance and mobility specialist, a great place to start is by engaging in a consistent stretching and strengthening program. Regardless of your limitations and/or abilities, you can begin with gentle stretches. Take 5 for Flexibility each day and you will find yourself feeling more energized as you release tension and stress.

Watch The Fall Prevention Lady on A-Z with Bea!
How: http://www.rcctv.org or
Sacramento cable TV channels Surewest 19 or Comcast 20
When: Monday, November 7 @9pm.
Thursday, November 3 and November 10 @7pm

Thank you and stay safe.
The Fall Prevention Lady

Fall Prevention Week in Sacramento

The third week in September is officially "Fall Prevention Week". Cities throughout the country make an attempt to increase awareness of fall risk factors and local resources that can help a person remain safe. As the Fall Prevention Lady, this is my week! And let me tell you, I'm busy! (PRAISE THE LORD)

In addition to teaching my community-based FallProof™ balance and mobility training classes, I will be doing the follow fall prevention-related activities:
Monday, Sept. 19:
-8-8:30am....Featured on Cable TV show, "Older, Fitter, Wiser" with Dr. Moira Fordyce.
Comcast - Channel 20, Surewest - Channel 19, SIMULCAST: www.RCCTV.net/
Tuesday, Sept. 20:
Attending Sacramento City Council Proclamation of Fall Prevention Week
Wednesday, Sept. 21:
-Presenting two educational, demonstrative fall prevention workshops:

10am-11am: Asian Community Center
7375 Park City Drive

Sacramento, CA 95831

(916) 393-9026

1pm-2pm: Swanston Community Center

2350 Northrop Ave

Sacramento, CA 95825

(916) 333-6464

Thursday, Sept. 22:

-Taping Fall Prevention episode on local cable TV show, A-Z with Bea.
Comcast - Channel 20, Surewest - Channel 19, SIMULCAST: www.RCCTV.net/

-Training Sac State PT student in short-form FAB

-Noon-12:30pm., will be featured on local cable TV show, "Older, Fitter, Wiser". Comcast - Channel 20, Surewest - Channel 19, SIMULCAST: www.RCCTV.net/

Saturday, Sept. 24:

-Balance and mobility assessment screenings

2nd Annual Community Fall Prevention Event

Samuel Pannell Community Center

2450 Meadowview Road

Sacramento, CA 93831

(916) 4986-1876

Educate. Demonstrate. Facilitate.

The risk of falls can be reduced. Learn how to remain independent and enjoy the quality of life you deserve. Research demonstrates that the number one way to reduce the risk of fall is to engage in consistent exercise program. Click here to order a complete week of seated fall prevention exercise routines: Take 5 to Exercise DVD.