Plenary - 3

Tuesday November 26, 2024 from 08:30 to 10:35

PL-3.1 Walking a fine line: A geriatrician's approach to balance impairment in the elderly

Wendy Chiu, Canada

Assistant professor
Division of Geriatric Medicine, Dept. of Medicine
McGill University

Objectives

At the end of this session, participants will:

•Understand the clinical importance of balance impairment and falls risk in the elderly.

•Have a simple approach to screening balance and gait in order to identify those who require further assessment / intervention to prevent falls.

•Obtain some resources for balance training and falls prevention.

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