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DESCRIPTION
Despite decades of research, falls remain a critical public health issue affecting nearly one in every three older adults annually. This webinar will present a research update on fall prevention strategies and new technologies including remote monitoring, virtual reality/augmented reality apps and balance measurement platforms. Of particular focus will be on implementation of these strategies in the outpatient clinic, in the hospital and at the patient's home. 

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Evaluate new technologies for fall prevention that can be implemented in therapy sessions or in the home setting
2. Describe research guidelines for effective balance and fall prevention interventions
3. Examine fall prevention strategies for improving patient safety in hospital and clinic settings

INSTRUCTOR
Margaret Danilovich, PT, DPT, PhD, MBA

AUDIENCE
Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Speech-Language Pathologists

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Nurses:

Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center¡¯s Commission on Accreditation. This CNE is being offered for 1.5 contact hours of continuing nursing education. Renewal Date: 10/1/2025 Expiration Date: 6/30/2027

Occupational Therapists:

The Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 05171. This distance learning interactive webinar is offered at .15 CEUs [intermediate, OT service delivery/ Foundational Knowledge]. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 8/7/2025.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Speech-Language Pathology

DISCLOSURES
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L, BCP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Margaret Danilovich, PT, DPT, PhD, MBA Has nothing to disclose. 

ACADEMY POLICIES
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