Falls Prevention for Older Adults
Falls are a leading cause of injury in older Australians. Physiotherapy, OT, and exercise physiology reduce risk through strength, balance, and home safety.
Overview
Physios and exercise physiologists deliver balance and strength programs. OT assesses home hazards and daily task safety. Coordinated care keeps people independent at home longer.
Strength and balance
Evidence-based exercise reduces fall rate when delivered consistently.
Home and habits
OT identifies trip hazards, lighting, and safer ways to manage daily tasks.
Allied health to compare first
Physiotherapy
Balance, gait, and mobility training.
Exercise physiology
Supervised strength and falls prevention programs.
Occupational therapy
Home safety and activity modification.
Funding in Australia
Support at Home, Home Care Packages (legacy), DVA, NDIS (if eligible), and Medicare CDM may fund different components.
When to seek urgent care
- Fall with head injury or anticoagulation
- Recurrent falls with unexplained dizziness — GP review
Common questions
Find matched practitioners
Meddle matches on clinical fit and availability — not paid directory listings.