A comprehensive overview of personal fall arrest systems and the life-threatening reality of suspension trauma.

Age-related balance changes, muscle weakness, and vision problems can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older people. Regular balance, strength, and cardio exercises can help reduce this ...

When the calendar pages turn past the half-century mark, the body begins whispering new messages about balance and stability. Falls become more than just embarrassing moments—they transform into ...

Staying safe starts with staying strong! Julie Logue, National Trainer for SilverSneakers, shares show how easy exercises, like standing on one leg, can help seniors reduce fall risks and stay ...

Falls Prevention Awareness Week is Sept. 18–24 — just in time for autumn. Aging is broadly associated with a decline in physical fitness, balance, flexibility, and strength, all of which tend to ...

Breaking into a sweat when you’re working out is great. Breaking into a sweat the second you step outside to head out on your daily jog, or post-dinner stroll around the neighborhood, because it’s ...

OSHA sets the baseline for fall protection—but is that really enough? As fall-related fatalities continue to rise, safety leaders must rethink their approach, with or without regulatory oversight.