Preventing falls: What works

Walking on ice and snow over the weekend, I reflected on how treacherous it is for older folks to venture outdoors during the winter. But staying indoors doesn’t prevent falls. Each year, between a third and a half of people over age 65 experience a fall, and one in 10 of those falls lead to a broken bone.

What works to prevent falls? A review of 62 research studies finds that muscle strengthening, balance training such as Tai Chi and professional assessment of home hazards could help. Read more.