Fall Recovery Training for Older Adults in Continuous Care Facilities

The training consists of a progression of anterior or posterior treadmill belt movements applied as the subject is standing or walking. This training specifically focuses on aspects important to trip and slip recovery. Subjects will participate in up to 6 sessions in 7 to 30 days. The training intensity (magnitude of disturbance delivered) is progressive and dependent on subject performance. Subjects will be instructed to respond with single or multiple steps in order to prevent a fall. All subjects will be outfitted with a safety harness to prevent injury. Up to 72 disturbances will be delivered each session.