Geriatrics Chiropractic Online Course:
07/08/2025 7 - 9 PM CT | Geriatrics 312: Fall Prevention Strategies for Older Adults

Online Chiropractic CE Course Description & Course Details

Geriatrics 312: Fall Prevention Strategies for Older Adults

Live Online Chiropractic CE Webinar
Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CT
CE Credits: 2 Hours
Instructor: Howard Benedikt, DC, DCBCN

Webinar Overview

Falls are the leading cause of injury and mortality among older adults—but with the right clinical strategies, many are preventable. This interactive 2-hour webinar explores the physiological, neurological, and environmental factors contributing to impaired balance and fall risk in aging populations.

Join Dr. Howard Benedikt as he delivers evidence-based assessment tools and actionable fall prevention techniques you can immediately apply in clinical and home settings. Enhance patient safety, improve mobility outcomes, and reduce the burden of fall-related injuries.

Key Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain how age-related changes in sensory and motor systems impact balance.

• Identify both intrinsic and extrinsic fall risk factors in older adults.

• Perform validated balance assessments, including the Timed Up and Go (TUG) and Berg Balance Scale.

• Develop multi-factorial fall prevention plans integrating exercise, home modifications, and inter-professional collaboration.

• Apply patient education strategies to improve adherence to mobility and safety recommendations.

About the Instructor

Dr. Howard Benedikt, DC, DCBCN, brings over 46 years of clinical expertise in chiropractic care, functional medicine, and clinical nutrition. He currently serves as President of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition and leads the Certified Chiropractic Nutritionist program. 

In addition to maintaining a thriving practice in New York, Dr. Benedikt is a respected educator at New York Chiropractic College. His national lectures and practical teaching style have made him a trusted authority in chiropractic wellness and fall prevention strategies.

Topics Covered

• Epidemiology of Falls: Understanding the scope and healthcare impact.

• Anatomy & Physiology of Balance: Sensory systems, central integration, and age-related degeneration.

• Causes of Balance Impairment: Sensory deficits, neurological conditions, and musculoskeletal issues.

• Medication & Psychosocial Factors: Addressing polypharmacy, depression, and fear of falling.

• Assessment Tools: TUG, Berg Balance Scale, and home safety evaluations.

• Evidence-Based Interventions: Otago Exercise Program, Tai Chi, and resistance training.

• Environmental Modifications: Practical home safety solutions to reduce hazards.

• Vision, Footwear, & Nutrition: Optimizing visual acuity, proper footwear, hydration, and Vitamin D intake.

Ready to Enhance Your Fall Prevention Strategies?

Join us for this essential webinar and gain practical tools to protect your older adult patients.

❓ What if I miss the live session?
Reach out to the CCEDseminars team for a course exchange.

❓ Does this course count toward license renewal?
Yes—2 CE credits, valid in most states, provinces, and countries.

❓ Are there practical demonstrations included?
Yes, this course includes demonstrations of validated assessments and real-world case examples.

❓ Is this course appropriate for chiropractors working in assisted living or community health environments?
Absolutely. The content is highly applicable to clinical, community, and home care settings.

❓ How do I access the webinar materials?
All registrants will receive course materials and resources via email before the webinar begins.