A new shoe could help elderly people stay on their feet - and protect them against potentially fatal falls and stumbles. Previous figures released by the National Institute for Health and Care ...

When an engineer noticed his 89-year-old mentor was unsteady on his feet, he created a new, futuristic shoe which could one day help him – and a large number of other elderly people – maintain their ...

As people grow older, keeping good balance and standing steadily can become much harder. Many parts of the body slowly change ...

Going for a walk instead of resting after eating could help to save older people from some falls caused by a sudden loss in blood pressure, according to new research. "Although this condition is ...

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization among older adults, placing significant strain on individuals, families and the health care system. And new research by UBC Okanagan's ...