ISBN: 9798389822207

Category: Health & Fitness / First Aid

Page count: 40

Fall-Related Injury Minimization (FRIM) accurately shows falling as a prevalent cause of injuries among the elderly, exposes the missing link in dealing with falls, and delivers practical solutions and know-how based on academic research and wide direct experience. <p>This extensive textbook is presented in a reader-friendly tone and contains step-by-step graphics covering a wide variety of fall activities. Within, you'll find: <p>Tools that enhance and extend your arsenal as a trainer/therapist <p>Instructions ideal for trainees of every age, modified for varied degrees of function<ul><li>Strategies to develop muscular strength, bone resilience, balance, and falling and rising skills</li><li>Four easy-to-grasp performance levels, from prompted falls to real-time falling</li><li>Evidence-based programs with supporting anatomical, physiological, and biomechanical competence</li></ul><br>Ideal for physiotherapists, movement therapists, fitness trainers, and teachers of any movement approach caring for the aged and senior people.