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November 17 & 18, 2007

 

 

 

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FITNESS & REHAB CONFERENCE is designed for Fitness & Rehabilitation Professionals who want to increase their knowledge, skills and success working with Exercise Rehabilitation & Post-Rehab clients.

 

Fall Prevention: Theory and Practice with Chaco Chiswell

 

Workshop Description:

 

Falls are the leading cause of injury among people 65 years and older, and the second leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations for all ages.  The good news is the risks of falls can be reduced up to 50% with a proper falls prevention program.  Find out the risks and what you can do about it!

 

 

Learning Objectives:

 

-          Learn why people fall, including the risk factors for falls & what people can do to reduce their risks for falls.

-          Learn quick strength & balance best practice screens to determine the risk for falling.

-          Learn evidence based strength & balance exercises to lower the risk of falls.

 

About the Presenter:

 

Chaco Chiswell

 

Chaco Chiswell is a Registered Kinesiologist specializing in Falls Prevention.  He is a member of the Seniors Falls & Injury Prevention Community Task Force & the Westside Falls Prevention Community Network. Chaco also teaches the Falls Prevention Program at Treloar Physiotherapy Clinic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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